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AP51 NZF

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

81,372 mi
Last recorded81,372 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP51 NZF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2016 81,372 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 76,793 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 72,275 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)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

brake pipes greased

Pass 5 Aug 2013 67,996 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 64,901 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 59,022 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 59,022 miles

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

coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 54,265 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 47,430 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 43,894 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2007 38,087 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 32,939 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2006 32,760 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

offside rear coil spring lower locating mounting cup broken

Pass 28 Oct 2005 28,808 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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AP51 NZF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AP51 NZF, 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 AP51 NZF?

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What year was AP51 NZF registered?

AP51 NZF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is AP51 NZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP51 NZF shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AP51 NZF have outstanding finance?

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