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YP51 UDY

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

91,227 mi
Last recorded91,227 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2013
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP51 UDY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2013 91,227 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2013 90,971 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2012 82,566 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 72,351 miles

both rear tyres cracked in treads

rear exhaust section corroded

Pass 9 Aug 2010 63,875 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

cracking on n/s rear tyre

underbody inspection limited due to covers

Fail 5 Aug 2010 63,875 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

cracking on n/s rear tyre

underbody inspection limited due to covers

Pass 5 Aug 2009 53,171 miles

unable to asess under body components due to plastic shields

Fail 4 Aug 2009 53,171 miles

Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

unable to asess under body components due to plastic shields

Pass 14 Jul 2008 39,381 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 32,572 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)

Pass 10 Jul 2006 27,472 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2005 24,236 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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YP51 UDY is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YP51 UDY, 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 YP51 UDY registered?

YP51 UDY is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 20 November 2001.

Is YP51 UDY safe to buy?

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