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KR51 BYC

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2018
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

197,918 mi
Last recorded197,918 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR51 BYC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2017 197,918 miles

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

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

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Fail 29 Jan 2016 197,916 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Exhaust box deteriorated

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

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

Oil Leak

Slight play in inner steering arm joint (s)

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

coil spring corroded Both rear (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 28 Jan 2015 187,913 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Exhaust system starting to deteriorate

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside rear tyre starting to crack inner wall

Fail 28 Jan 2015 187,911 miles

Offside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Exhaust system starting to deteriorate

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside rear tyre starting to crack inner wall

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 21 Jan 2014 177,857 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)

Fail 17 Jan 2014 177,799 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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)

Pass 14 Jan 2013 165,903 miles

Nearside rear tyre slightly out of shape

Pass 11 Jan 2012 154,477 miles

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

Fail 11 Jan 2012 154,477 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 12 Jan 2011 142,202 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 130,716 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2009 119,308 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2009 119,308 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jan 2008 92,937 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 72,726 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2007 72,682 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

unable to check wheel bolts [trims fitted]

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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KR51 BYC is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KR51 BYC, 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 KR51 BYC registered?

KR51 BYC is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 10 December 2001.

Is KR51 BYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR51 BYC shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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