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Y439 OLK

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

70,973 mi
Last recorded70,973 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY439 OLK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2016 70,973 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 67,407 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 64,890 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 May 2013 61,837 miles
Fail 11 May 2013 61,837 miles

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

Fail 28 Jan 2012 57,986 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Jan 2012 57,986 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 54,135 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 50,206 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

ESP/BAS light on dash

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2008 43,756 miles

Both front tyres low pressures . Offside front worn inner and outer edges.

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

damage to nearside front corner bumper .

Fail 18 Dec 2008 43,756 miles

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

Both front tyres low pressures . Offside front worn inner and outer edges.

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

damage to nearside front corner bumper .

Pass 19 Dec 2007 38,458 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2007 38,456 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)

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

Pass 18 Dec 2006 32,568 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 32,275 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2005 27,462 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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Y439 OLK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 Y439 OLK, 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 Y439 OLK registered?

Y439 OLK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 13 August 2001.

Is Y439 OLK safe to buy?

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