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GU51 WTX

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2016
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

126,335 mi
Last recorded126,335 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2015
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU51 WTX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2015 126,335 miles

MIL light on

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

all metal brake pipes rusty on ferrules

Pass 16 Aug 2014 119,062 miles

Coolant leak

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

engine management light on

Pass 31 Jul 2013 108,417 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 89,806 miles

Engine Management Light On

Fail 18 Aug 2012 89,806 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Engine Management Light On

Pass 26 Aug 2011 64,577 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Aug 2010 53,832 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 35,410 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2008 28,443 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Aug 2007 24,331 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 20,215 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2005 15,908 miles

o/s/f tyre worn outer edge n/s/f tyre worn outer edge

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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GU51 WTX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 GU51 WTX, 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.

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What year was GU51 WTX registered?

GU51 WTX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is GU51 WTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU51 WTX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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