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EK51 ZGH

2000 Mercedes A Class

Silver Petrol 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

133,693 mi
Last recorded133,693 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2013
Typical for 2000 Mercedes A Class74,062 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK51 ZGH
MakeMercedes
ModelA Class
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2013 133,693 miles

rear discs corroding on edges

rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 28 Nov 2012 125,350 miles

exhaust corroding in places

front tyres starting to perish

tested in wet

Pass 5 Dec 2011 116,530 miles

all brake discs worn and corroding

exhaust has surface corrosion

o/s/f tyre close to wear bars

Fail 29 Nov 2010 107,142 miles

exhaust for surface corrosion

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Nov 2010 107,142 miles

exhaust for surface corrosion

Pass 8 Dec 2009 94,603 miles

exhaust for minor corrosion

offside rear tyre going out of shape replace soon

Pass 21 Nov 2008 83,413 miles

exhaust corroding

Pass 7 Dec 2007 78,003 miles

front brake discs for condition

offside rear wheel slight buckle

Fail 6 Dec 2007 78,003 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

front brake discs for condition

nearside front brake flexi pipe just meets mot criteria for perishing.

offside rear wheel slight buckle

Fail 6 Dec 2006 72,141 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 6 Dec 2006 72,141 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes A Class?

Based on 2,156 MOT tests across 154 vehicles.

73.1%
Pass Rate
5,153
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
154
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 46
Brake pipe excessively corroded 44
Registration plate lamp not working 40
Stop lamp not working 39
coil spring broken 31
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EK51 ZGH is a 2000 Mercedes A Class in Silver with a 1,689cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2000 Mercedes A Class models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 74,062 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes A Class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EK51 ZGH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes A Class typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 26 years old, this Mercedes A Class is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EK51 ZGH registered?

EK51 ZGH is a 2000 Mercedes A Class, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is EK51 ZGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK51 ZGH shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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