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AE51 FEF

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

108,621 mi
Last recorded108,621 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2015
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 FEF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,898cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2015 108,621 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 6 Aug 2014 102,894 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 90,632 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 86,660 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 80,578 miles

Both rear spring locating caps corroded.

Pass 19 Oct 2010 66,970 miles

N/S/R light cluster broken.

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

Pass 12 Nov 2009 56,235 miles

N/S/R light cracked

Fail 12 Nov 2009 56,235 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

N/S/R light cracked

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

Pass 4 Nov 2008 49,076 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

front tyres wearing on edges

platic covers over testable items

Pass 7 Nov 2007 47,111 miles

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

n/s/r light unit damaged

Pass 12 May 2006 42,431 miles

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

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

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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AE51 FEF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 AE51 FEF, 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 AE51 FEF registered?

AE51 FEF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 18 September 2001.

Is AE51 FEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE51 FEF shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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