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GL51 OXH

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,544 mi
Last recorded78,544 miles
Recorded on7 May 2013
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL51 OXH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 7 May 2013 78,544 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

o/s/f inner steering joint has slight play

Pass 9 May 2012 76,134 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 10 May 2011 73,769 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Apr 2010 71,369 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

n/s/rear seat belt stork cover missing

Pass 15 Jul 2009 68,908 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 64,716 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 52,343 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Apr 2006 41,966 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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 OXH is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 GL51 OXH, 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 OXH registered?

GL51 OXH is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is GL51 OXH safe to buy?

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