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GF51 BVM

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2025
Tests28 (19 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate67.9%

Mileage

72,555 mi
Last recorded72,555 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2024
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF51 BVM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 9 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2024 72,555 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Front passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 71,149 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2023 71,144 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer edge multiple cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2022 70,283 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2021 69,518 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing OUTER EDGE (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 68,752 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 68,022 miles

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

Fail 26 Sep 2019 68,022 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2018 66,532 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 62,969 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2017 62,969 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 19 Sep 2016 58,806 miles

Offside drivers door mirror slightly insecure

Fail 19 Sep 2016 58,806 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside drivers door mirror slightly insecure

Pass 16 Sep 2015 54,879 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2015 54,879 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2014 51,981 miles

Both front brake hoses slightly deteriorated

Nearside rear tyre has slight damage outer sidewall

Fail 17 Sep 2014 51,979 miles

Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Both front brake hoses deteriorated

Both front brake pipes slightly corroded

Front inner brake pads wearing thin

Nearside rear tyre has slight damage outer sidewall

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 27 Sep 2013 48,989 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 48,989 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 45,988 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 42,896 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2010 39,277 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2010 39,277 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Sep 2009 35,365 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 33,287 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 30,698 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2007 30,698 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Sep 2006 27,035 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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GF51 BVM is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GF51 BVM, 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 GF51 BVM registered?

GF51 BVM is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is GF51 BVM safe to buy?

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