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KM51 RZX

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2014
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

84,751 mi
Last recorded84,751 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2013
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM51 RZX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,898cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2013 84,751 miles

Both front brake hoses have small cracks.

Centre exhaust box slightly corroded and rear exhaust mount corroded, not affecting overall stability of exhaust.

Front crossmember slightly corroded.

O/S/F and both rear shock absorbers have a slight misting of oil

O/S/R brake disc slightly corroded.

Rear brake pipes slightly corroded.

Fail 27 Sep 2013 84,725 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Both front brake hoses have small cracks.

Centre exhaust box slightly corroded and rear exhaust mount corroded, not affecting overall stability of exhaust.

Front crossmember slightly corroded.

O/S/F and both rear shock absorbers have a slight misting of oil

O/S/R brake disc slightly corroded.

Rear brake pipes slightly corroded.

Pass 1 Oct 2012 83,436 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2012 83,436 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 89,419 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2011 89,419 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Oct 2010 80,795 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2010 80,795 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2009 68,507 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 May 2009 68,507 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 56,082 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 53,180 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 50,625 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2007 50,625 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jan 2006 39,618 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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KM51 RZX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RZX, 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 RZX registered?

KM51 RZX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 22 November 2001.

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