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Y69 TRP

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

52,996 mi
Last recorded52,996 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2013
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY69 TRP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,898cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2013 52,996 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2012 49,726 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2012 49,726 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Dec 2010 45,254 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 40,800 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 37,418 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2007 33,433 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Dec 2006 26,951 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 23,953 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2006 23,953 miles

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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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Y69 TRP is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 Y69 TRP, 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

How do I check the history of Y69 TRP?

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What year was Y69 TRP registered?

Y69 TRP is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 6 April 2001.

Is Y69 TRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y69 TRP shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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