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Y823 VLK

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2016
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

83,064 mi
Last recorded83,064 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2015
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY823 VLK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2015 83,064 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2015 83,063 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 4 Oct 2014 73,554 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

N/S mirror missing

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

Fail 26 Sep 2013

Nearside Front Front suspension has a loose unit in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.3b)

Nearside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

N/S mirror missing

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

Pass 28 Sep 2012 59,549 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

EML on.

Mileage display fault.

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Tracking required if has not recently been done.

Fail 28 Sep 2012 59,549 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

EML on.

Mileage display fault.

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Tracking required if has not recently been done.

Pass 9 Sep 2011 53,906 miles

N/S REAR SEAT BELT HAS BABY SEAT FITTED. HEADLAMP SWITCH LOOSE CENTER SEAT BELT NOT CHECK.

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 9 Sep 2011 53,906 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

N/S REAR SEAT BELT HAS BABY SEAT FITTED. HEADLAMP SWITCH LOOSE CENTER SEAT BELT NOT CHECK.

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 2 Oct 2010 48,190 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 2 Oct 2010 48,190 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 42,118 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2009 42,118 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Oct 2008 45,573 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 29,758 miles

both rear tyres cut and worn on outer walls

Fail 5 Sep 2007 29,758 miles

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

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

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

both front headlight aims on lower limits

offside front tyre cut and worn on outer wall

undertray fitted all under vehicle

Pass 27 Sep 2006 26,733 miles

nearside front tyre is wearing bald on outer edge

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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Y823 VLK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 Y823 VLK, 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

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What year was Y823 VLK registered?

Y823 VLK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 20 August 2001.

Is Y823 VLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y823 VLK shows 17 tests with a 58.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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