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Y369 SLA

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

103,879 mi
Last recorded103,879 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY369 SLA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 103,879 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 101,104 miles
Fail 20 May 2025 101,102 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 May 2024
Pass 10 May 2023

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 Oct 2022 94,587 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021
Fail 25 Oct 2021

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2020
Pass 14 Nov 2019
Pass 1 Nov 2018
Fail 1 Nov 2018

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 80,974 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2017 80,974 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Oct 2016 76,388 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2016 76,387 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2015 74,508 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 71,841 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 69,404 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 4 Nov 2013 69,404 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Nov 2012 67,397 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 64,618 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 62,504 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 60,426 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2008 57,941 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2008 57,941 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 54,895 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 51,014 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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Y369 SLA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 Y369 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of Y369 SLA?

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What year was Y369 SLA registered?

Y369 SLA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 21 March 2001.

Is Y369 SLA safe to buy?

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