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GL51 EEY

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

96,828 mi
Last recorded96,828 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2015
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL51 EEY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 29 Jul 2015 96,828 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 113,900 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 103,244 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 90,474 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Oct 2011 79,789 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 75,984 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2009 67,619 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Oct 2009 67,619 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2009 67,537 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear wiper blade split

offside front door moulding loose

Pass 2 Oct 2008 56,387 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2008 56,387 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Aug 2007 49,446 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 40,955 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2006 40,955 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

off side front tyre outer wall cut but not showing cords replacement advised.

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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GL51 EEY is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 GL51 EEY, 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 GL51 EEY registered?

GL51 EEY is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 30 October 2001.

Is GL51 EEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL51 EEY shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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