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Y714 TGV

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2017
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

83,219 mi
Last recorded83,219 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY714 TGV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,898cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2016 83,219 miles

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

cannot see all brake pipes and some components due to fitted covers / trims etc

main beam switch defective but acceptable modification fitted (switch on console)

Fail 9 Jun 2016 83,216 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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

cannot see all brake pipes and some components due to fitted covers / trims etc

main beam switch defective but acceptable modification fitted (switch on console)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 76,776 miles

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

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

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

belly plates / covers etc fitted obscuring full inspection (particularly of brake pipes etc)

main beam warning light stays on (seperate main beam switch fitted)

nearside rear tyre cracking badly but not yet to chords

Pass 23 May 2014 67,918 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 59,337 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 56,835 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 54,133 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 51,772 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 49,704 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 46,913 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 43,932 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 39,474 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2005 32,819 miles

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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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Y714 TGV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 Y714 TGV, 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 Y714 TGV registered?

Y714 TGV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 20 July 2001.

Is Y714 TGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y714 TGV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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