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Y239 DNH

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2017
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

76,648 mi
Last recorded76,648 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY239 DNH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2016 76,648 miles

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

Fail 12 Sep 2016 76,643 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2015 546,670 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 69,943 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear inner tyre wall damaged

Fail 10 Sep 2014 69,938 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Sep 2013
Pass 7 Aug 2012 62,343 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 58,819 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 56,041 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Sep 2009 52,358 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 52,358 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 48,187 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 45,541 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 40,635 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2005 35,339 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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Y239 DNH is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 Y239 DNH, 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 Y239 DNH registered?

Y239 DNH is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 26 June 2001.

Is Y239 DNH safe to buy?

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