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X412 DGX

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

58,268 mi
Last recorded58,268 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2012
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX412 DGX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2012 58,268 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2012 58,268 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Nov 2011 51,896 miles

slight knock & play in steering

Fail 30 Nov 2011 51,896 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

slight knock & play in steering

Pass 31 Jul 2010 37,750 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Offside Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 12 Aug 2009 33,431 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 25,793 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2005 20,495 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz A-class?

Based on 4,204,702 MOT tests across 368,463 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
5,763
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
368,463
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 63,616
Brake pipe excessively corroded 58,529
Stop lamp not working 50,991
Registration plate lamp not working 41,728
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 38,250
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X412 DGX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 67,638 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz A-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 63,616 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X412 DGX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz A-class typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 25 years old, this Mercedes-benz A-class is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X412 DGX registered?

X412 DGX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 5 January 2001.

Is X412 DGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for X412 DGX shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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