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Y81 UAY

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

6,875 mi
Last recorded6,875 miles
Recorded on18 May 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY81 UAY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2016 6,875 miles

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Fail 18 May 2015

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

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

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

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

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

Rear exhaust box slightly deteriated.

Pass 18 May 2015

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

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

Rear exhaust box slightly deteriated.

Pass 12 Jul 2013 4,236 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine managment light on.

offside rear tyre perished.

Pass 18 Jul 2012 38,660 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2012 3,866 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

engine management warning light on.

Pass 22 Jun 2010 37,293 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2009 35,942 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2009 35,905 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting loose (2.4.C.3a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting loose (2.4.C.3a)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 33,493 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 30,256 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 26,738 miles

air bag warning lamp staying on

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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Y81 UAY is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 Y81 UAY, 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 Y81 UAY registered?

Y81 UAY is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 21 March 2001.

Is Y81 UAY safe to buy?

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