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KM51 THN

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2013
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

50,505 mi
Last recorded50,505 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2012
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM51 THN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2012 50,505 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 23 Nov 2012 50,505 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 23 Nov 2011 46,703 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 23 Nov 2011 46,703 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nail in offside front tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 14 Sep 2010 40,335 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2010 40,324 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 29 Sep 2009 36,474 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 34,455 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 33,170 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 32,694 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2006 28,732 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2005 24,989 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2005 24,989 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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 THN 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 69.2%.

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 THN, 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 KM51 THN?

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What year was KM51 THN registered?

KM51 THN is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 16 November 2001.

Is KM51 THN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM51 THN shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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