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Y538 CRP

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

90,346 mi
Last recorded90,346 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY538 CRP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2016 90,346 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly bearing slightly stiff (2.5.B.1b)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

both rear shock absorbers slightly weak

exhaust middle box slightly corroded

Pass 28 Mar 2015 83,825 miles

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

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

Oil leak

wiper split

Pass 21 Mar 2014 77,859 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2014 77,858 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 29 Mar 2013 71,555 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2013 71,755 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Jan 2012 67,860 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 62,806 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 58,309 miles

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

Pass 30 Dec 2008 54,187 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2008 54,158 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2007
Pass 5 Jan 2007 40,471 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2006 32,865 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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Y538 CRP is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 Y538 CRP, 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 Y538 CRP registered?

Y538 CRP is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 6 July 2001.

Is Y538 CRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y538 CRP shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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