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X966 WAB

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,061 mi
Last recorded81,061 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2012
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX966 WAB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,898cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 16 Jan 2012 81,061 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2011 74,052 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2009

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

Pass 12 Dec 2008 61,460 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

underside of vehicle covered in plastic shielding preventing inspection of testable items

wheel alignment appears to be out (front tyres wearing unevenly)

Pass 17 Nov 2007 57,602 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 51,408 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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X966 WAB is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 X966 WAB, 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 X966 WAB registered?

X966 WAB is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 10 January 2001.

Is X966 WAB safe to buy?

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