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Y371 SLA

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

78,528 mi
Last recorded78,528 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2013
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY371 SLA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 12 Jun 2013 78,528 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 78,528 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 73,604 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2012 73,604 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 68,252 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2010 63,985 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2010 63,985 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

nearside mirror broken, nearside rear seatbelt catch cover missing

Pass 17 Jun 2009 60,723 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 57,725 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 54,801 miles
Fail 31 May 2007 54,801 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

srs light does not go out

Pass 2 May 2006 46,228 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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Y371 SLA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 Y371 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 Y371 SLA?

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What year was Y371 SLA registered?

Y371 SLA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 21 March 2001.

Is Y371 SLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y371 SLA shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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