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KU51 OXD

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

96,410 mi
Last recorded96,410 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2015
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU51 OXD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2015 96,410 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 95,472 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2014 95,468 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2012 93,583 miles

advise drivers wiper blade damaged

Pass 3 Oct 2011 85,675 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2011 85,670 miles

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Sep 2010 77,465 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 Oct 2009

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

sill covers fitted

under body covers fitted

Fail 6 Oct 2009

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

sill covers fitted

under body covers fitted

Pass 29 Sep 2008 60,785 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 29 Sep 2008 60,785 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Sep 2007 52,502 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 45,969 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2005 36,224 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 OXD is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 OXD, 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 KU51 OXD registered?

KU51 OXD is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 11 September 2001.

Is KU51 OXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU51 OXD shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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