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KL51 JXA

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL51 JXA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,898cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2025

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Apr 2025

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Apr 2024

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both sides (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

rear exhaust box corroded

underbody tray fitted

Pass 14 Apr 2023

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front & rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

general under body tray fitted

tested in wet condition

Pass 12 Apr 2022 43,791 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 42,625 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 41,796 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2019 41,796 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 39,591 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 37,600 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2017 37,600 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2016 35,341 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2016 35,341 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2015 33,049 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 29,091 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 24,363 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2013 24,363 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 19,964 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 18,484 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 18,474 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 24 Aug 2010 17,049 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2010 17,049 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Aug 2009 15,397 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 13,611 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 11,865 miles

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

rear number plate on limit

Pass 18 Aug 2006 10,092 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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KL51 JXA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 KL51 JXA, 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 KL51 JXA registered?

KL51 JXA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 24 September 2001.

Is KL51 JXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KL51 JXA shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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