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HG51 GKJ

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

100,009 mi
Last recorded100,009 miles
Recorded on31 May 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG51 GKJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,898cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 May 2017 100,009 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

slight exhaust blow

Fail 31 May 2017 100,009 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

slight exhaust blow

Pass 1 Apr 2016 89,671 miles

engine mil light on

Fail 1 Apr 2016 89,671 miles

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

engine mil light on

Pass 19 Nov 2014 75,668 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 71,145 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 6 Oct 2012 65,649 miles

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 Oct 2012 65,649 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2011 61,709 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 59,064 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2009 55,156 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Oct 2009 55,156 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 51,895 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2007 49,382 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 43,479 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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HG51 GKJ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 HG51 GKJ, 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.

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What year was HG51 GKJ registered?

HG51 GKJ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 1 October 2001.

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