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Y931 VNH

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

98,798 mi
Last recorded98,798 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2014
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY931 VNH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,898cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2014 98,798 miles

Oil leak

Fail 24 Mar 2014 98,797 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 11 May 2013 92,738 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 May 2013 92,738 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 19 May 2012 86,136 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 79,687 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 70,713 miles
Fail 15 May 2010 70,713 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 19 May 2009 61,266 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 48,984 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 37,535 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 36,193 miles

n/s front tyre wear on edge

Pass 1 Feb 2006 31,063 miles

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

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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Y931 VNH 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 76.9%.

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 Y931 VNH, 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 Y931 VNH registered?

Y931 VNH is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 20 March 2001.

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