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Y347 VAK

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

100,920 mi
Last recorded100,920 miles
Recorded on14 May 2015
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY347 VAK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 May 2015 100,920 miles

n,s,f tyre sidewall edge getting low

o,s,f,tyre sidewall edge getting low

Fail 6 May 2015 100,833 miles

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

n,s,f tyre sidewall edge getting low

o,s,f,tyre sidewall edge getting low

Pass 7 May 2014 94,249 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 May 2013 85,378 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2012 76,830 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 69,569 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 61,747 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2009 56,250 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Apr 2009 56,250 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 51,493 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 47,550 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 43,985 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2006 43,985 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)

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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Y347 VAK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 Y347 VAK, 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 Y347 VAK registered?

Y347 VAK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 9 March 2001.

Is Y347 VAK safe to buy?

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