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KM51 UMS

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

74,757 mi
Last recorded74,757 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2015
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM51 UMS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2015 74,757 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 64,304 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Mar 2014 64,126 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Upper Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Offside Front Upper Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Mar 2013 54,579 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 53,885 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2012 53,885 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2011 50,657 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2011 50,657 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 2 Dec 2010 46,702 miles

large covers front/back under vehicle

Pass 4 Dec 2009 43,036 miles

cover fitted front to back under vehicle . front rubber brake hoses perishing

Pass 29 Nov 2008 39,047 miles

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

covers fitted front to back under vehicle

Pass 29 Nov 2007 35,180 miles

large plastic covers fitted front to back under vehicle . front and rear brake pads getting low

Pass 2 Dec 2006 31,568 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2006 31,535 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

large plastic cover fitted to underside of vehicle

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 UMS is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 UMS, 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 UMS?

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What year was KM51 UMS registered?

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

Is KM51 UMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM51 UMS shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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