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GY51 HSF

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

88,853 mi
Last recorded88,853 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY51 HSF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 88,853 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 26 Feb 2026 88,853 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Mar 2025 80,549 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to front (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Feb 2024 79,890 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 76,940 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 75,352 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 73,972 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 73,107 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 71,132 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 70,016 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2018 70,014 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2017 68,899 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 67,612 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 65,962 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

o/s/r tyre wall slightly damaged

Fail 2 Mar 2015 65,962 miles

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

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

o/s/r tyre wall slightly damaged

Pass 28 Feb 2014 63,732 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 27 Feb 2014 63,732 miles

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

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 28 Feb 2013 61,721 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 60,298 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2012 60,297 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2011 56,146 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2010 52,515 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 49,204 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 46,859 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2007 38,119 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both front tyres worn on both edges and o/s/rear worn on inner edge but all still within limitss

Pass 1 Mar 2007 38,119 miles

both front tyres worn on both edges and o/s/rear worn on inner edge but all still within limitss

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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GY51 HSF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 GY51 HSF, 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 GY51 HSF registered?

GY51 HSF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 12 October 2001.

Is GY51 HSF safe to buy?

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