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GV51 HKX

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2015
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

45,992 mi
Last recorded45,992 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2014
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV51 HKX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2014 45,992 miles

engine management warning ling on

Fail 18 Sep 2014 45,989 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

engine management warning ling on

Pass 25 Sep 2013 39,571 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 32,069 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2011 32,012 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Nov 2010 27,138 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 25,809 miles

Engine management light on

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2009 23,540 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2009 23,540 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 28 Nov 2008 20,797 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2008 20,797 miles

Macpherson strut fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 29 Nov 2007 17,904 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2007 17,904 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 21 Nov 2006 14,120 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2005 10,372 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 HKX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 GV51 HKX, 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 GV51 HKX registered?

GV51 HKX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 29 November 2001.

Is GV51 HKX safe to buy?

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