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HD51 FVN

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2020
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

100,835 mi
Last recorded100,835 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2019
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD51 FVN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,898cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2019 100,835 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2019 100,835 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Nov 2018 94,736 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2017 90,672 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2017 90,672 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Nov 2016 81,998 miles

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

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 7 Nov 2016 81,998 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 27 Nov 2015 80,988 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 79,346 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

center box rusting

n/s/r tyre feathered inner edge

Pass 11 Dec 2013 76,942 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 72,362 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2011 67,873 miles

Front brake hoses starting to perish

Pass 3 Dec 2010 63,192 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 58,647 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2008 52,796 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 47,684 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 41,757 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 37,274 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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HD51 FVN is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HD51 FVN, 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 HD51 FVN?

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What year was HD51 FVN registered?

HD51 FVN is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 19 December 2001.

Is HD51 FVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD51 FVN shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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