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Y319 GAC

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2017
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

69,813 mi
Last recorded69,813 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY319 GAC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2016 69,813 miles

Both rear brake pipes corroded

Exhaust centre box outer skin corroded

Rear number plate faded

Rear suspension corroded

Wipers poor

Fail 14 Jul 2016 69,813 miles

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

Both rear brake pipes corroded

Exhaust centre box outer skin corroded

Rear number plate faded

Rear suspension corroded

Wipers poor

Pass 27 Jul 2015 68,223 miles

Both Rear Springs Corroded

Offside Rear Brake Pipe Slightly Corroded

Rear Exhaust Box Outer Skin Corroded

Undertrays Fitted

Pass 21 Jul 2014 66,425 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 62,890 miles

stone chip in windscreen

Pass 23 Jul 2012 59,903 miles

all four tyres badly perishing

both front brake hoses slight perishing

both front tyres nearing tread bar indicaters

Pass 19 Jul 2011 54,454 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2010 49,765 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 17 Jul 2009 45,022 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2008 38,886 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Jul 2007 33,645 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 27,443 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2005 21,308 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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Y319 GAC is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 Y319 GAC, 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 Y319 GAC?

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What year was Y319 GAC registered?

Y319 GAC is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 31 July 2001.

Is Y319 GAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y319 GAC shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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