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Y415 ULH

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY415 ULH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2013

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

engine management light on

front brake flexi hoses perishing

unable to read mileage milometer bulb not working

wipers smearing screen slightly

Pass 8 Jun 2012
Fail 7 Jun 2012

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 25 Apr 2012

Nearside Front Macpherson strut damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Macpherson strut damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Fail 15 Apr 2011

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 15 Apr 2011
Pass 2 Apr 2010

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

unable to read mileage

Pass 2 Apr 2009

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

child seat fitted to n/s/r seat not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front wipers poor

full plastic undertray fitted not alowwing full inspection of all testable items

n/s/r quater window cracked

unable to read mileage

Pass 21 Sep 2007 60,157 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 21 Aug 2006 53,858 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2005 44,046 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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Y415 ULH is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 Y415 ULH, 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 Y415 ULH registered?

Y415 ULH is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 1 August 2001.

Is Y415 ULH safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y415 ULH shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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