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X997 DLH

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

71,822 mi
Last recorded71,822 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX997 DLH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,898cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2016 71,822 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 68,132 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 65,054 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2014 65,054 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2013 59,660 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2013 59,660 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 19 Jan 2012 53,294 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2012 53,294 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 22 Jan 2011 47,947 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 22 Jan 2011 47,947 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Jan 2010 42,102 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Jan 2009 35,957 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 25,916 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2007 25,916 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different structures are fitted across the same axle (4.1.A.2a)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 24 Jan 2006 20,192 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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X997 DLH is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 X997 DLH, 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.

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What year was X997 DLH registered?

X997 DLH is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 24 January 2001.

Is X997 DLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for X997 DLH shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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