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KM51 ULG

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Green Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2016
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

128,839 mi
Last recorded128,839 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2015
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM51 ULG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2015 128,839 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2014 120,314 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2014 120,313 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2013 110,722 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 105,979 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Oct 2012 105,979 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2011 95,505 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2011 95,505 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 24 Sep 2010 85,265 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2010 85,265 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 9 Oct 2009 73,508 miles

engine light on

Fail 8 Oct 2009 73,505 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

engine light on

Pass 20 Nov 2008 66,928 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2008 66,928 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 14 Nov 2007 59,631 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 41,515 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2005 34,032 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

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

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 ULG is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Green with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 ULG, 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 ULG?

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What year was KM51 ULG registered?

KM51 ULG is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 27 November 2001.

Is KM51 ULG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM51 ULG shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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