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XSV 634

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2019
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

86,404 mi
Last recorded86,404 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2018
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXSV 634
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2018 86,404 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front 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))

engine bay covers fitted not allowing full inspection of testable items.

underside covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable items.

Fail 3 Sep 2018 86,404 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

engine bay covers fitted not allowing full inspection of testable items.

underside covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable items.

Pass 17 Aug 2017 77,112 miles

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

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

underside covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable items.

Fail 16 Aug 2017 77,112 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

underside covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable items.

Pass 9 Sep 2016 66,888 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 57,895 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 50,119 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Aug 2013 41,878 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 35,985 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 31,535 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2011 31,535 miles

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

Fail 23 Aug 2010 30,074 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 23 Aug 2010 30,074 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 26,716 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2008 25,011 miles

OSR TYRE TREAD PATTERN WORN UNEVEN

SLIGHT CORROSION TO OSF METAL BRAKE PIPE

SLIGHT SUEFACE CORROSION TO REAR FLEXY BRAKE PIPE FERRULES

Pass 14 Sep 2007 21,999 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2007 21,999 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2006 19,053 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2005 15,370 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.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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XSV 634 is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 XSV 634, 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 XSV 634 registered?

XSV 634 is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 24 September 2001.

Is XSV 634 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XSV 634 shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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