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Y598 UNV

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

49,475 mi
Last recorded49,475 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2008
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY598 UNV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2008 49,475 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2008 49,472 miles

Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2007 44,530 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 24,025 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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Y598 UNV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 Y598 UNV, 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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How do I check the history of Y598 UNV?

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What year was Y598 UNV registered?

Y598 UNV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 22 March 2001.

Is Y598 UNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y598 UNV shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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