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Y641 PLH

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

98,621 mi
Last recorded98,621 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY641 PLH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2017 98,621 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 95,006 miles
Pass 22 May 2015

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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

Pass 7 Feb 2014 89,530 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

engin light on

Fail 7 Feb 2014 89,530 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

engin light on

Pass 20 Feb 2013 87,421 miles

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 20 Feb 2013 87,421 miles

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

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 85,420 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 6 Jan 2011 79,580 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2011 79,574 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2009 74,745 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2009 74,697 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

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

n.s.f steering arm has slight play

o.s.f steering arm has slight play

o.s.f tyre has slight cracking to the side wall

Pass 23 Oct 2008 66,965 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2007 56,508 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Oct 2007 56,508 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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Y641 PLH is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 Y641 PLH, 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 Y641 PLH registered?

Y641 PLH is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 20 July 2001.

Is Y641 PLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y641 PLH shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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