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Y853 PRP

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

101,231 mi
Last recorded101,231 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY853 PRP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2016 101,231 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2016 101,230 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 9 Oct 2015 95,609 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 93,029 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres perishing + n/s/f tyre

engine oil leak

n/s/r brake pipe corroding

slight play in n/s/f link pin

Pass 21 Oct 2013 89,267 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 85,644 miles

both rear brake pipes corroding + undersealed

engine oil leak

exhaust rear silencer corroding

outer sills + floor pans covered

Pass 30 Nov 2011 82,821 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Nov 2011 82,820 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 7 Dec 2010 81,184 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 81,150 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008

exhaust in poor condition

unable to see rear brake hoses due to front to rear under tray fitted

Pass 26 Jul 2007 75,909 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 56,485 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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Y853 PRP is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 Y853 PRP, 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 Y853 PRP registered?

Y853 PRP is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 28 March 2001.

Is Y853 PRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y853 PRP shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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