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Y774 RLC

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

62,216 mi
Last recorded62,216 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2015
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY774 RLC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2015 62,216 miles

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

Fail 28 Nov 2015 62,216 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2014 54,253 miles

nearside rear tyre outer wall deteriorating

Pass 29 Nov 2013 51,566 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre Deteriorating

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 15 May 2013 47,257 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Slight play at the top end of the steering column

Fail 8 May 2013 46,667 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Slight play at the top end of the steering column

Pass 29 May 2012 40,526 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside front tyre tread getting low and worn on outside edge

Offside front tyre tread getting low

Pass 27 May 2011 37,279 miles
Fail 27 May 2011 37,279 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside wiper blade rubber torn

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside wiper blade rubber torn

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 May 2010 34,126 miles

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Fail 19 May 2010 34,126 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 17 Mar 2009 30,312 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 27,843 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 25,553 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 22,959 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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Y774 RLC is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 Y774 RLC, 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 Y774 RLC registered?

Y774 RLC is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 20 March 2001.

Is Y774 RLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y774 RLC shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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