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Y942 UAD

2001 Mercedes-benz 320

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

146,974 mi
Last recorded146,974 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2018
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz 32088,794 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY942 UAD
MakeMercedes-benz
Model320
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2018 146,974 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2018 146,867 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Jan 2017 140,978 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 134,585 miles

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Jan 2015 127,843 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 8 Jan 2014 121,331 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2014 121,331 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 16 Jan 2013 117,636 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 18 Jan 2012 113,946 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2011 109,171 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 104,254 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 97,504 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 May 2007 80,250 miles
Fail 21 May 2007 80,250 miles

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

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

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 26 Jun 2006 68,931 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 320?

Based on 26,334 MOT tests across 2,283 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
4,844
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 956
Brake pipe excessively corroded 672
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 303
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 294
position lamp(s) not working 249
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Y942 UAD is a 2001 Mercedes-benz 320 in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 88,794 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 320 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 956 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y942 UAD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 320 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 25 years old, this Mercedes-benz 320 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y942 UAD registered?

Y942 UAD is a 2001 Mercedes-benz 320, first registered on 12 June 2001.

Is Y942 UAD safe to buy?

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