CarVerify

Free Car Check

KU51 CFN

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Green Diesel 1689cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2022
Tests28 (16 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

174,190 mi
Last recorded174,190 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2021
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU51 CFN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 12 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2021 174,190 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 10 Mar 2020 172,333 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material near/offside front (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material near/offside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Feb 2019 168,900 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

slight oil leak under the car

under tray fitted at time of the test

Pass 17 Feb 2018 164,247 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 160,274 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2017 160,274 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 Feb 2016 156,173 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2016 156,173 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Feb 2015 151,371 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2015 151,371 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2014 146,786 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2014 146,786 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 18 Feb 2013 143,804 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Feb 2013 143,804 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 140,596 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2012 140,596 miles

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Mar 2011 136,503 miles

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

Fail 12 Mar 2011 136,503 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2010 130,925 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2010 130,925 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 11 Mar 2009 123,870 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2009 123,870 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 Sep 2008 120,359 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2008 120,359 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Fail 11 Sep 2007 98,486 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Sep 2007 98,486 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2006 82,278 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Sep 2006 82,278 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
Full Mercedes-benz A-class reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

KU51 CFN is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Green with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 KU51 CFN, 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 KU51 CFN?

You can check the full history of KU51 CFN by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KU51 CFN registered?

KU51 CFN is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 13 September 2001.

Is KU51 CFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU51 CFN shows 28 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KU51 CFN have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on KU51 CFN. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.