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ANZ 8181

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

69,243 mi
Last recorded69,243 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2020
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationANZ 8181
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2020 69,243 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 66,683 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2019 66,683 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 65,412 miles

Front both brake hoses perished

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

under trays fitted

Fail 23 Aug 2018 65,412 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front both brake hoses perished

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

under trays fitted

Pass 2 Sep 2017 63,402 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2016 61,522 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 59,741 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 57,786 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 55,795 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 53,462 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 50,973 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 48,753 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 46,007 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 42,962 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 37,866 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2007 37,718 miles

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 19 Jul 2006 31,481 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2006 31,481 miles

Brake hose excessively 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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ANZ 8181 is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 ANZ 8181, 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

How do I check the history of ANZ 8181?

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What year was ANZ 8181 registered?

ANZ 8181 is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 6 September 2001.

Is ANZ 8181 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ANZ 8181 shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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