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Y366 SLA

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2016
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

100,605 mi
Last recorded100,605 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2015
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY366 SLA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2015 100,605 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both side (1.4.A.2f)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

check engine light stays on

Pass 18 Oct 2014 96,355 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 12 Oct 2013 90,651 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2012 83,175 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 75,065 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 69,751 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2010 69,749 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2010 68,777 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 62,587 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 58,701 miles

slight knock from steering

Pass 14 Aug 2007 56,163 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 50,711 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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Y366 SLA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 Y366 SLA, 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 Y366 SLA registered?

Y366 SLA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 20 March 2001.

Is Y366 SLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y366 SLA shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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