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KR51 XTV

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

59,224 mi
Last recorded59,224 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2020
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR51 XTV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2020 59,224 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 8 Dec 2018 56,564 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 7 Dec 2018 56,564 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Dec 2017 53,674 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 50,660 miles

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

Front tyres wearing low on edges

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Nearside and offside front (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak ()

Spare tyre press possibly low

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 11 Nov 2015 47,290 miles

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

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

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

Some front brake fluctuation

Pass 10 Nov 2014 43,168 miles

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

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

Offside rear coil spring seating cup very corroded, but spring located correctly.

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

Pass 29 Oct 2013 40,423 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)

Offside rear tyre age cracking in tread

Rear pads starting to wear thin

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Nov 2012 38,547 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside front tyre has cut not showing ply cords,and is wearing thin on outer edge.

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Nov 2011 36,187 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 34,623 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 32,369 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 29,418 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 27,019 miles

Both front tyres age cracking

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 10 Nov 2006 25,345 miles

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

n/s/f--o/s/f--and n/s/r tyres cracking

Pass 13 Oct 2005 23,701 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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KR51 XTV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 KR51 XTV, 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 KR51 XTV registered?

KR51 XTV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 12 December 2001.

Is KR51 XTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR51 XTV shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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