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Y921 XGK

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

59,202 mi
Last recorded59,202 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2018
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY921 XGK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,898cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2018 59,202 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose perished

Offside Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Brake hose perished

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 26 Jun 2018 59,201 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose perished

Offside Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Brake hose perished

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 1 Aug 2016 53,930 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2016 53,930 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2015 51,010 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2015 51,010 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 49,977 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rusting to exhaust system

wear to front brake discs

Pass 5 Jul 2013 48,458 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 45,116 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 40,686 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 36,930 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 34,156 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 25,258 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 15,754 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 14,655 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 XGK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XGK, 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 Y921 XGK registered?

Y921 XGK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 18 June 2001.

Is Y921 XGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y921 XGK shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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