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KM51 ZMY

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

157,564 mi
Last recorded157,564 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2015
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM51 ZMY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2015 157,564 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 143,230 miles

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

Fail 14 Apr 2014 143,230 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Pass 26 Mar 2013
Pass 3 Apr 2012 123,724 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 118,864 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 114,689 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2011 114,689 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

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

N/S/F SHOCK ABSORBER POSSABLE BENT

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 22 Jun 2010 109,096 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 83,852 miles

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 1 Apr 2008 70,388 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 53,578 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2007 53,537 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear number plate slight deterioration

slight movement in steering column

Pass 6 Jan 2006 43,212 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 ZMY is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 ZMY, 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 ZMY registered?

KM51 ZMY is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 3 December 2001.

Is KM51 ZMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM51 ZMY shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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