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Y531 NHU

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

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

RegistrationY531 NHU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2013
Fail 15 Oct 2013

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 17 May 2012 54,669 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 45,494 miles

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

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

Pass 4 May 2010 37,366 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 4 May 2010 37,366 miles

Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 36,219 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2008 32,568 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 28,362 miles

underside of vehicle covered by an undertray unable to see front to back brake pipes and vehicles structure

Pass 8 Jun 2006 23,781 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2005 22,217 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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Y531 NHU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 Y531 NHU, 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 Y531 NHU registered?

Y531 NHU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 13 July 2001.

Is Y531 NHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y531 NHU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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