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X996 VVY

2001 Mercedes A Class

Grey Petrol 1898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2018
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

112,728 mi
Last recorded112,728 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes A Class58,688 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX996 VVY
MakeMercedes
ModelA Class
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,898cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2017 112,728 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all pipes NS & OS front + NS & OS rear (3.6.B.2c)

Rear both tyres wall poor condition

Fail 6 Jun 2017 112,728 miles

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

Brake pipe slightly corroded all pipes NS & OS front + NS & OS rear (3.6.B.2c)

Rear both tyres wall poor condition

Pass 26 Apr 2016 109,051 miles

both front metal brake pipes corroded

both rear metal brake pipes corroded

both rear tyres badly perished and split on inner sidewalls at time of test

Pass 18 Mar 2015 96,152 miles

plastic covers fitted to underside of vehicle unable to fully inspect

Pass 20 Mar 2014 87,508 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 78,137 miles

o/s/f tyre cut in outer sidewall (not to cords)

rear exhaust box in poor condition

Pass 29 Feb 2012 71,777 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 65,426 miles

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

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

unable to fully inspect front to rear brake pipes due to plastic under gaurd

Pass 4 Mar 2010 59,353 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

slight wear & corrosion on front brake discs

Fail 3 Mar 2010 59,309 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

slight wear & corrosion on front brake discs

Pass 2 Mar 2009 54,182 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 50,076 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2007 49,532 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Pass 27 Nov 2007 49,532 miles

Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Pass 6 Jan 2007 46,348 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 44,448 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2006 44,439 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

How Reliable is the Mercedes A Class?

Based on 2,156 MOT tests across 154 vehicles.

73.1%
Pass Rate
5,153
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
154
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 46
Brake pipe excessively corroded 44
Registration plate lamp not working 40
Stop lamp not working 39
coil spring broken 31
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X996 VVY is a 2001 Mercedes A Class in Grey with a 1,898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes A Class models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 58,688 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes A Class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X996 VVY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes A Class typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 25 years old, this Mercedes A Class is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X996 VVY registered?

X996 VVY is a 2001 Mercedes A Class, first registered on 5 February 2001.

Is X996 VVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for X996 VVY shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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