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Y912 WGO

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY912 WGO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,898cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2015

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

all brake discs rusty

exhaust rusty

nearside rear wheel damaged

Fail 24 Aug 2015

Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

all brake discs rusty

exhaust rusty

nearside rear wheel damaged

Fail 19 Aug 2014

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

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both rear tyres going out of shape and wearing unevenly

nearside front road wheel damaged

oil leaks

Pass 19 Aug 2014

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both rear tyres going out of shape and wearing unevenly

nearside front road wheel damaged

oil leaks

Pass 23 Aug 2013

Front discs worn

Pass 1 Sep 2012

front pads low

n/s/f top shock bearing stiff

n/s/r tyre age cracking bad

o/s/r tyre age cracking

Pass 26 Aug 2011 461 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 14,001 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 12,846 miles

rear numberplate starting to de-laminate

Pass 18 Aug 2009 12,005 miles

rear wiper split

Pass 20 Aug 2008 9,789 miles

rear number plate starting to de-laminate

Pass 31 Jul 2007 8,305 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 7,064 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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Y912 WGO is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,898cc petrol 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 Y912 WGO, 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 Y912 WGO registered?

Y912 WGO is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 31 July 2001.

Is Y912 WGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y912 WGO 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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