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GV51 KOU

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

45,307 mi
Last recorded45,307 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2013
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV51 KOU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2013 45,307 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Nov 2012 42,718 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear exhaust system slightly corroded

Pass 17 Nov 2011 41,266 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 40,177 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 39,640 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 36,770 miles

cuts in nearside front tyre wall-cords not exposed

front brake hoses perishing

nearside rear tyre wall perishing

rear coil springs corroding

Pass 6 Nov 2007 31,205 miles

lower rear coil spring rubbers deteriorating

Pass 1 Nov 2006 26,057 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2006 26,057 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nail in offside rear tyre

cut in offside rear inner tyre wall but cords not exposed

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 KOU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 KOU, 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 KOU registered?

GV51 KOU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is GV51 KOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV51 KOU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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