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KP51 CTV

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

81,154 mi
Last recorded81,154 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2019
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP51 CTV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2019 81,154 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 75,859 miles

both rear tyres perrishing

Pass 17 Feb 2017 69,756 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 65,142 miles

Offside Rear coil spring saddle cup corroded

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 8 Oct 2014 61,761 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 60,229 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 56,610 miles

Nearside front roll bar link rod worn

Slight Knock/Noise from steering column bearings

Fail 4 Oct 2012 56,610 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside front roll bar link rod worn

Nearside rear tyre tread perishing

Slight Knock/Noise from steering column bearings

Pass 6 Oct 2011 53,049 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 49,550 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 46,688 miles

N/S/F tyre 2mm tread depth

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

O/S/R tyre 2mm tread depth worn on inner edge

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 1 Oct 2008 42,976 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

N/S/F tyre 2.5mm tread depth

Pass 4 Oct 2007 38,669 miles

nearside rear tyre is on the minimum legal limit on the inside

Pass 5 Oct 2006 33,174 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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KP51 CTV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 KP51 CTV, 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.

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What year was KP51 CTV registered?

KP51 CTV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 19 October 2001.

Is KP51 CTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP51 CTV shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KP51 CTV have outstanding finance?

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