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KP51 OSA

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

63,711 mi
Last recorded63,711 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2013
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP51 OSA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,898cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2013 63,711 miles

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

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

exhaust system corroding

Fail 23 Sep 2009 61,183 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

exhaust middle box starting to corrode

o/s/f wheel starting to bind

rear number plate deterioated

Pass 23 Sep 2009 61,183 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

exhaust middle box starting to corrode

o/s/f wheel starting to bind

rear number plate deterioated

Pass 30 Sep 2008 50,945 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2008 50,942 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 12 Oct 2007 41,282 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 32,310 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2005 27,080 miles

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

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

nearside rear tyre distorted on inner edge

offside rear tyre distorted on inner edge

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 OSA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OSA, 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 KP51 OSA?

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What year was KP51 OSA registered?

KP51 OSA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 26 October 2001.

Is KP51 OSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP51 OSA shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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