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X744 SDE

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2020
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

79,245 mi
Last recorded79,245 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2020
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX744 SDE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,898cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Fail 14 Feb 2020 79,245 miles

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2019 77,868 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 76,363 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2018 76,362 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2017 74,586 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2016 72,100 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 70,982 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Jan 2014 69,416 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 67,641 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 65,952 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Feb 2012 65,944 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2011 64,278 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 62,137 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2009 59,420 miles

Centre mirror missing.

Fail 3 Feb 2009 59,312 miles

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

Centre mirror missing.

Pass 13 Feb 2008 56,566 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 53,436 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 48,409 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 5 Jan 2006 47,733 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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X744 SDE is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 X744 SDE, 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

How do I check the history of X744 SDE?

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What year was X744 SDE registered?

X744 SDE is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 23 January 2001.

Is X744 SDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for X744 SDE shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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