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HG51 WZL

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

116,541 mi
Last recorded116,541 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG51 WZL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,898cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2017 116,541 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 12 Dec 2017 116,470 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Dec 2016 112,719 miles

intermittant fault air bag lamp

Pass 23 Dec 2015 100,956 miles

Passenger door mirror glass cracked.

Rear silencer corroding

Pass 12 Dec 2014 90,592 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 84,020 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2013 77,350 miles

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

front and rear tyres wearing on edges

Pass 15 Dec 2011 72,267 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2010 66,229 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 58,396 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2008 51,729 miles

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

Pass 27 Dec 2007 45,701 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 37,657 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2005 29,593 miles

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

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

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 WZL is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 HG51 WZL, 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 WZL registered?

HG51 WZL is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 16 November 2001.

Is HG51 WZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG51 WZL shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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