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Y38 SBD

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

81,507 mi
Last recorded81,507 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY38 SBD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2016 81,507 miles

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

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

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

engine management warning light on

Fail 27 Jan 2016 81,507 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

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

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

engine management warning light on

Pass 9 Jan 2015 73,748 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 69,843 miles

eml on

slight surface rust on metal brake pipes

Fail 15 Jan 2013 67,199 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2013 67,199 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2012 64,854 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2011 61,544 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

n/s wiper blade rubber split

Pass 17 Jan 2011 61,544 miles

n/s wiper blade rubber split

Pass 28 Jan 2010 56,972 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2010 56,972 miles

registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Jan 2009 49,288 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 43,533 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2008 43,533 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2007 36,858 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 26 Jan 2006 31,886 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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Y38 SBD is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 Y38 SBD, 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

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What year was Y38 SBD registered?

Y38 SBD is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y38 SBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y38 SBD shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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