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KV51 ZBT

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

88,514 mi
Last recorded88,514 miles
Recorded on18 May 2020
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV51 ZBT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2020 88,514 miles

engine light on

Pass 15 May 2019 85,841 miles

engine light on

Fail 14 May 2019 85,837 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

engine light on

Pass 18 May 2018 82,600 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 79,159 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 75,539 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 71,676 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 68,493 miles

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

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

Pass 8 May 2013 65,466 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 63,197 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 58,680 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 55,301 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 50,225 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 45,061 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 40,372 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 34,547 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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KV51 ZBT is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc 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 KV51 ZBT, 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 ZBT registered?

KV51 ZBT is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 25 September 2001.

Is KV51 ZBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV51 ZBT 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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