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Y416 AGH

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

63,951 mi
Last recorded63,951 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2018
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY416 AGH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,898cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2018 63,951 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Feb 2017 57,922 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 55,205 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Feb 2015 52,103 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside rear tyre slightly distorted

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 5 Feb 2015 52,103 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside rear tyre slightly distorted

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Feb 2014 48,921 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front wiper blade rubber insert insecure

rear brake pads look low

Pass 5 Feb 2013 45,502 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear blade worn

Pass 27 Jan 2012 41,983 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jan 2011 39,032 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2011 39,032 miles

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 9 Feb 2010 35,509 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Spare tyre defective

Pass 9 Feb 2010 35,509 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Spare tyre defective

Pass 25 Feb 2009 32,608 miles

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

both front brake flexi hoses perished

Pass 22 Feb 2008 28,673 miles

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

n/s/r tyre inner tyre wall cut

Pass 2 Feb 2007 24,626 miles

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

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

uneven wear o/s/r tyre tread inner edge

Fail 2 Feb 2007 24,626 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

uneven wear o/s/r tyre tread inner edge

Pass 1 Feb 2006 21,305 miles

uneven wear o/s/r tyre tread inner edge

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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Y416 AGH is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 Y416 AGH, 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 Y416 AGH registered?

Y416 AGH is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 7 March 2001.

Is Y416 AGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y416 AGH shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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