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KD51 FPA

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

62,510 mi
Last recorded62,510 miles
Recorded on4 May 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKD51 FPA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 May 2017 62,510 miles
Fail 4 May 2017 62,508 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 14 Apr 2016 61,501 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2015 59,943 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 58,710 miles

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 14 Apr 2013 57,500 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2012 55,844 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 53,564 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2009 50,811 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 49,054 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 46,422 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 42,221 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2005 36,875 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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KD51 FPA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 KD51 FPA, 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 KD51 FPA?

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What year was KD51 FPA registered?

KD51 FPA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 26 November 2001.

Is KD51 FPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KD51 FPA shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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