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FV51 EKB

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Orange Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

90,554 mi
Last recorded90,554 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2018
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV51 EKB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2018 90,554 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2017 84,005 miles

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Fail 14 Feb 2017 84,000 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Pass 9 Feb 2016 78,233 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 70,524 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2015 70,420 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 6 Feb 2014 63,559 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 55,119 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2013 55,116 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2012 43,922 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 17 Feb 2012 43,922 miles

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

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 12 Nov 2010 39,925 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

advise - rear brake lines are cleaned and greased.

Pass 20 Nov 2009 36,394 miles

rear no.plate starting to delaminate

Pass 28 Nov 2008 32,440 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 28,104 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 24,203 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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FV51 EKB is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Orange with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FV51 EKB, 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 FV51 EKB registered?

FV51 EKB is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 3 December 2001.

Is FV51 EKB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV51 EKB shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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