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Y322 YCW

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

131,424 mi
Last recorded131,424 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY322 YCW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2016 131,424 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box (7.1.2)

Fail 26 Mar 2016 131,424 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 126,637 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 118,391 miles

both front tyres on 3-4mm tread and worn on edges

both rear tyres worn close to legal limit(strong advise)

corrosion on both rear suspension coil springs

cut on inner sidewall of offside rear tyre and nail in tread(strong advise)

exhaust system corroded

slight corrosion on offside front brake pipe

slight play in nearside steering track rod arm

Pass 18 Mar 2013 109,957 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 106,442 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2011 101,877 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 14 Mar 2011 101,877 miles

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 4 Mar 2010 93,422 miles

both front flexis cracking

Pass 19 Mar 2009 80,360 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 72,450 miles

n/s + o/s rear wheel rims slight buckel

Pass 23 Mar 2007 63,130 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 55,192 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2006 55,192 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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Y322 YCW is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 Y322 YCW, 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 Y322 YCW?

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What year was Y322 YCW registered?

Y322 YCW is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 30 March 2001.

Is Y322 YCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y322 YCW shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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