2001 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.4L Petrol · Y543 CAG
2001 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (1.4L, petrol). First registered 16 Mar 2001. Recorded mileage 89,775 miles. MOT valid until 31 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 31 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 89,775 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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Y543 CAG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/04/2026
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
Y543 CAG 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 (Y543 CAG) between February 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 02 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (6 issues), Steering (5 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Brakes (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural streng”; “Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
Y543 CAG Mileage History
- 12/02/202489,289 mi
- 19/02/202489,290 mi+1 mi
- 12/02/202589,775 mi+485 mi
Average of roughly 485 miles per year across 3 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: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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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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