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FY51 RVX

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,419 mi
Last recorded21,419 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2008
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY51 RVX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 16 Oct 2008 21,419 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

all tyres cracking

Pass 2 Oct 2007 13,104 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 10,498 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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FY51 RVX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FY51 RVX, 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 FY51 RVX?

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What year was FY51 RVX registered?

FY51 RVX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 17 October 2001.

Is FY51 RVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY51 RVX shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FY51 RVX have outstanding finance?

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