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X91 CLF

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

106,218 mi
Last recorded106,218 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX91 CLF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2017 106,218 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 105,741 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 4 Oct 2016 105,741 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Sep 2014 90,025 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 86,356 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 84,236 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 82,939 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2011 82,939 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 13 May 2010 79,524 miles
Fail 12 May 2010 79,524 miles

Offside Front Coil spring mounting fractured (2.4.C.3b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 May 2009 73,975 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2008 69,354 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2007 59,359 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2007 59,359 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 27 Jan 2006 19,814 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2006 49,814 miles

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

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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X91 CLF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 X91 CLF, 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 X91 CLF?

You can check the full history of X91 CLF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was X91 CLF registered?

X91 CLF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 5 February 2001.

Is X91 CLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for X91 CLF shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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