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HV51 YOP

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

126,939 mi
Last recorded126,939 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2013
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV51 YOP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2013 126,939 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 119,737 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Steering column damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 6 Mar 2012 119,737 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Steering column damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 12 Mar 2011 116,384 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 112,824 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 110,074 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2007 106,618 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2007 106,618 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Dec 2006 103,011 miles

Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

slight play in steering shaft joint

Pass 7 Dec 2005 92,853 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2005 92,853 miles

Offside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

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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HV51 YOP is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 HV51 YOP, 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 HV51 YOP registered?

HV51 YOP is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 19 December 2001.

Is HV51 YOP safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV51 YOP shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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