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X891 VYC

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

33,254 mi
Last recorded33,254 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2024
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX891 VYC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2024 33,254 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2023 32,903 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 32,616 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Jan 2021 32,296 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 25,956 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2019 25,956 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both. (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 25,040 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 24,165 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 23,179 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 22,681 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Jun 2014 20,462 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2014 20,462 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 19,511 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 18,533 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 17,677 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2011 17,677 miles

Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 15,982 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 14,686 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 13,004 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 10,511 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 8,870 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2006 8,868 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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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X891 VYC is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 X891 VYC, 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 X891 VYC?

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What year was X891 VYC registered?

X891 VYC is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 26 January 2001.

Is X891 VYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for X891 VYC shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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