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YC51 ASV

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2018
Tests20 (11 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate55%

Mileage

102,297 mi
Last recorded102,297 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC51 ASV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 9 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2017 102,297 miles

EML light on

Offside Front Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

under trays fitted could not assess all components underneath vehicle

Pass 24 Dec 2015 97,738 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 19 Dec 2015 97,652 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Dec 2014 95,228 miles

corrosion to front subframe

corrsion to n/s/r o/s/r brake pipes

perishing to n/s/f o/s/f brake hoses

strong advise splitting to o/s/f tyre on inner sidewall

wear to n/s/f tyre on outer edge

Pass 28 Nov 2013 92,231 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

front bumper damaged

head lamp main beam flash sticks on

n/s/f spring noisey when turning

o/s of screen has a scratch poss caused by a ring ?

Fail 28 Nov 2013 92,231 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

front bumper damaged

head lamp main beam flash sticks on

n/s/f spring noisey when turning

o/s of screen has a scratch poss caused by a ring ?

Pass 3 Dec 2012 89,083 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside front tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Dec 2012 89,083 miles

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

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

Nearside Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside front tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Nov 2012 89,043 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear wiper worn

Pass 14 Nov 2011 83,521 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2011 83,521 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 4 Nov 2011 83,489 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 81,103 miles

engine mangement light on

Pass 14 Oct 2009 76,518 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 70,369 miles

Steering system lightly rubbing (2.2.D.2a)

Fail 19 Sep 2008 70,358 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Steering system lightly rubbing (2.2.D.2a)

Pass 18 Sep 2007 67,620 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2007 67,620 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 31 Oct 2006 58,002 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2006 58,000 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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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YC51 ASV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YC51 ASV, 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 YC51 ASV registered?

YC51 ASV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 31 October 2001.

Is YC51 ASV safe to buy?

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