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X639 VWR

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2014
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

91,749 mi
Last recorded91,749 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2013
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX639 VWR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2013 91,749 miles

Oil leak

srs warning light stays on

Fail 10 Jan 2013 91,748 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Oil leak

srs warning light stays on

Fail 23 Dec 2011 87,153 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Dec 2011 87,153 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 87,114 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 17 Dec 2010 87,114 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 19 Dec 2009 79,978 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 65,128 miles
Fail 2 May 2008 65,128 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Both rear brake pipes corroded

nearside front brake pipe corroded

Pass 29 Mar 2007 60,316 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2007 60,316 miles

Nearside Outer Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 20 Mar 2006 53,379 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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X639 VWR is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 X639 VWR, 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 X639 VWR registered?

X639 VWR is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 1 January 2001.

Is X639 VWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for X639 VWR shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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