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GV51 EVB

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

51,017 mi
Last recorded51,017 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2009
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV51 EVB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,898cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2009 51,017 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2009 51,003 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2008 42,747 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

center exhaust corroded

management light staying on

offside front tyre worn on outer edge of tread

possible rear brake pads low

slight damage to nearside rear lamp

Pass 20 Nov 2006 35,899 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2005 28,948 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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GV51 EVB is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GV51 EVB, 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 GV51 EVB?

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What year was GV51 EVB registered?

GV51 EVB is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 26 October 2001.

Is GV51 EVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV51 EVB shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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