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X583 VWY

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2021
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

40,034 mi
Last recorded40,034 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2020
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX583 VWY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2020 40,034 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Dec 2019 39,571 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2018 38,349 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 37,134 miles

engine bay covers fitted preventing the inspection of some engine bay components

underbody covers fitted preventing the inspection of some underbody components

Pass 9 Nov 2016 35,680 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe repaired, but not inappropriately (3.6.A.3)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 34,194 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 32,214 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2014 32,212 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 16 Dec 2013 30,572 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Dec 2012 29,163 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 27,589 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Jan 2011 25,678 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 23,328 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2009 23,322 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Jan 2009 21,437 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2009 21,429 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 14 Jan 2008 19,933 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 18,744 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2007 18,733 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Pass 10 Jan 2006 17,172 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2006 17,169 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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X583 VWY is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 X583 VWY, 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 X583 VWY registered?

X583 VWY is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 5 February 2001.

Is X583 VWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for X583 VWY shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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