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KU51 DHX

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

77,912 mi
Last recorded77,912 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU51 DHX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2016 77,912 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2016 77,912 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 6 Feb 2015 71,458 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 68,010 miles

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

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

n/s/r tyre has a cut on inside wall

Fail 19 Feb 2014 68,010 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

n/s/r tyre has a cut on inside wall

Pass 8 Feb 2013 59,510 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 43,806 miles

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

Fail 3 Nov 2011 43,806 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

knock from steering column needs further investigation

Pass 16 Dec 2010 41,359 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 37,985 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2008 35,452 miles

front brake discs lipped

Pass 8 Sep 2007 30,574 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2006 26,589 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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KU51 DHX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 KU51 DHX, 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 KU51 DHX registered?

KU51 DHX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 7 September 2001.

Is KU51 DHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU51 DHX shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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