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Y835 SLA

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

61,263 mi
Last recorded61,263 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2018
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY835 SLA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2018 61,263 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 58,851 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 57,403 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 55,732 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2014 53,834 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 3 Nov 2014 53,834 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 52,087 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 49,827 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2012 49,827 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Oct 2011 46,244 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 44,191 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2009 42,153 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 39,873 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 37,844 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 36,333 miles

Slight cracking to sidewalls of both rear tyres

Pass 1 Feb 2006 34,531 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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Y835 SLA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 Y835 SLA, 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 Y835 SLA registered?

Y835 SLA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 28 June 2001.

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The MOT history for Y835 SLA shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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