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KN51 YGM

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

58,050 mi
Last recorded58,050 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2023
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN51 YGM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,898cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2023 58,050 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2022 47,230 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 39,995 miles
Fail 18 May 2021 39,990 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jun 2015 39,910 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2014 39,060 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2013 34,245 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2012 33,485 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 32,106 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 30,630 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 28,918 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2009 28,918 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 6 Oct 2008 26,762 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 23,792 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 22,018 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2005 20,429 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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KN51 YGM is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 KN51 YGM, 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 KN51 YGM registered?

KN51 YGM is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 9 October 2001.

Is KN51 YGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN51 YGM shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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