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Y921 BPB

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

71,485 mi
Last recorded71,485 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY921 BPB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2016 71,485 miles

Bodywork damaged.

Both outer sills and under vehicle covered.

Heavy perishing to all four tyres.

Just acceptable perishing to both front flexible brake hoses.

Slight corrosion to edges of front brake discs.

Slight fading to O/S rear indicator.

Pass 19 Nov 2015 70,739 miles

Both outer sills and under vehicle heavily covered.

Just acceptable perishing to both front flexible brake hoses.

Just acceptable wear to front brake discs.

N/S of vehicle heavily damaged.

Pass 25 Nov 2014 69,883 miles

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

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

n/s/r door body damager

Fail 24 Nov 2014 69,881 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

n/s/r door body damager

Pass 12 Nov 2013 69,293 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2012 68,685 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 67,368 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 66,667 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 60,427 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 55,323 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 5 May 2007 49,181 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 41,379 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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Y921 BPB is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 Y921 BPB, 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 Y921 BPB registered?

Y921 BPB is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 24 May 2001.

Is Y921 BPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y921 BPB shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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