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Y631 SLA

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2017
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

75,571 mi
Last recorded75,571 miles
Recorded on16 May 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY631 SLA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 16 May 2016 75,571 miles

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

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

Fail 16 May 2016 75,571 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

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

Fail 28 May 2015 72,577 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

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

advise osf tyre cutting on edge

exhaust middle section rusty

Pass 28 May 2015 72,577 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

advise osf tyre cutting on edge

exhaust middle section rusty

Pass 10 Jun 2014 69,768 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight damage to n/s

Fail 10 Jun 2014 69,768 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight damage to n/s

Fail 3 Jun 2013 64,611 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 64,611 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 60,197 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2011 53,764 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2011 53,764 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 52,421 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2010 52,421 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2009 50,981 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 49,279 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2008 49,279 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2007 46,532 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 45,499 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 45,449 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2006 45,449 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Sep 2005 39,240 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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Y631 SLA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 Y631 SLA, 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 Y631 SLA registered?

Y631 SLA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 17 May 2001.

Is Y631 SLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y631 SLA shows 21 tests with a 61.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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