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Y112 CPB

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

57,267 mi
Last recorded57,267 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY112 CPB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 57,267 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2025 57,267 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2024 56,865 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 56,401 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2023 56,400 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 56,399 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 55,977 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Nov 2021 55,977 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2019 55,899 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2019 55,899 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 55,848 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 54,717 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 54,500 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 54,096 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014
Fail 19 Sep 2014 53,274 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2013 52,692 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 51,947 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 50,332 miles

NEARSIDE DOOR MIRROR DAMAGED

SPLITS IN NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE 195/50/15V

SPLITS IN OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE 195/50/15V

Pass 17 May 2007 48,339 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 46,796 miles

both rear tyres perished on outer tread edges.

Pass 1 Aug 2005 42,058 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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Y112 CPB is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 Y112 CPB, 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 Y112 CPB?

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What year was Y112 CPB registered?

Y112 CPB is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 30 July 2001.

Is Y112 CPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y112 CPB shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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