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KM51 KYN

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

White Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

85,244 mi
Last recorded85,244 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2014
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM51 KYN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2014 85,244 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak gearbox area.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 29 Oct 2014 85,244 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak gearbox area.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Oct 2013 81,441 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust rear box deteriorated/corroded.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Apr 2013 78,859 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Gearbox undertray missing.

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

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

Rear exhaust box heavily corroded/deteriorated.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Apr 2013 78,859 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Gearbox undertray missing.

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Rear exhaust box heavily corroded/deteriorated.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 May 2012 77,826 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Jan 2011 64,685 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2011 64,685 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Jan 2010 53,032 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 42,477 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 14 Jan 2008 34,573 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 26,887 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 18,712 miles

unable to carry out full underside inspection as plastic undertray fitted

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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KM51 KYN is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in White with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 KM51 KYN, 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

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What year was KM51 KYN registered?

KM51 KYN is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 23 November 2001.

Is KM51 KYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM51 KYN shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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