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KV51 XOP

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2015
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

72,224 mi
Last recorded72,224 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2014
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV51 XOP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,898cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2014 72,224 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 60,733 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2013 60,733 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 17 Oct 2012 52,778 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 55,067 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 53,004 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2009 48,129 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2008 44,282 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 40,798 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 37,328 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2005 36,145 miles

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

both front tyres worn down to approx 3.mm

both rear tyres worn on inside edges.

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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KV51 XOP is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 KV51 XOP, 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 KV51 XOP registered?

KV51 XOP is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is KV51 XOP safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV51 XOP shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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