2001 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.4L Petrol · Y243 AOG
2001 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (1.4L, petrol). First registered 05 Jun 2001. Recorded mileage 82,826 miles. MOT expired on 02 Nov 2026. Taxed until 01 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 02 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 May 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 82,826 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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Y243 AOG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/11/2025
- 82,826 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
Y243 AOG MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (Y243 AOG) between January 2024 and November 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 03 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Y243 AOG Mileage History
- 25/01/202469,038 mi
- 25/01/202469,038 mi
- 27/01/202573,792 mi+4,754 mi
- 04/02/202573,794 mi+2 mi
- 03/11/202582,826 mi+9,032 mi
Average of roughly 7,772 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz A-Class (W168)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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- Rear axle and floor corrosionSerious
Older W168s can corrode around the rear axle mounts and floor seams badly.
- CVT / Sequentronic gearbox failureSerious
The CVT and semi-automatic Sequentronic gearboxes can suffer from wear to the variator, clutch packs and mechatronic units. Repairs are often uneconomical on higher-mileage cars.
- Water ingress and electrical faultsModerate
Blocked sunroof drains and degraded door seals allow water into the cabin, which can corrode underfloor electronics and wiring connectors, causing random warning lights and intermittent faults.
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