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Y627 OLK

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

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

RegistrationY627 OLK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2019

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside rear lens slightly cracked with tape on

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear exhaust box slightly deteriorated

Service brake has just met the requirement (54%)

Fail 13 Jul 2019

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside rear lens slightly cracked with tape on

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear exhaust box slightly deteriorated

Service brake has just met the requirement (51%)

Pass 21 Jul 2018

Engine covers and under-Trays fitted obscuring some components.

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides. (1.1.11 (c))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

N\S\F - Wheel Slight binding.

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides. (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

offside rear Reflector lens damaged

Pass 26 Jul 2017

Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively nearside/offside (3.7.B.3)

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

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

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

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside/offside (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine covers fitted

engine management light on

light switch stalk faulty

offside rear light lens damaged

Fail 26 Jul 2017

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively nearside/offside (3.7.B.3)

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

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

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

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside/offside (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine covers fitted

engine management light on

light switch stalk faulty

offside rear light lens damaged

Pass 9 Jul 2016

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

Pass 11 Jul 2015 155,120 miles

EML ON

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Jul 2014

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Rear Radius arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jul 2013

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jul 2012 48,952 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2011 46,579 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010
Pass 8 Jul 2009 42,583 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 1 Jul 2008 30,669 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2008 30,669 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2007 29,365 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 28,036 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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Y627 OLK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 Y627 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.

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What year was Y627 OLK registered?

Y627 OLK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 13 August 2001.

Is Y627 OLK safe to buy?

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