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Y431 XCE

2001 Mercedes A140 Classic

Grey Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2010
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

108,880 mi
Last recorded108,880 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2009
Typical for 2001 Mercedes A140 Classic55,284 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY431 XCE
MakeMercedes
ModelA140 Classic
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2009 108,880 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2009 108,880 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 16 Feb 2009 108,842 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

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

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

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

Pass 29 Feb 2008 100,268 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2008 100,268 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2007 80,678 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2007 80,678 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

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

Fail 31 May 2007 79,036 miles

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

Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Macpherson strut cracked (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 16 May 2006 50,176 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2005 44,492 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Mercedes A140 Classic?

Based on 581 MOT tests across 195 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
6,629
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
195
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 26
Brake pipe excessively corroded 24
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 22
Stop lamp not working 20
coil spring incomplete 20
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Y431 XCE is a 2001 Mercedes A140 Classic in Grey with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes A140 Classic models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 55,284 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 A140 Classic fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y431 XCE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes A140 Classic typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 25 years old, this Mercedes A140 Classic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y431 XCE registered?

Y431 XCE is a 2001 Mercedes A140 Classic, first registered on 21 August 2001.

Is Y431 XCE safe to buy?

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