MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
97,260 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
front subframe very rusty
both sides rear wheel arches showing signs of corrosion
front brake pads appear worn
n/s front brake pipe showing signs of corrosion
not able to fully inspect under vehicle due to plstic covers
not able to inspect outer sills due to plastic covers
rear silencer deteriorated
Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
both sides rear wheel arches showing signs of corrosion
front brake pads appear worn
front subframe very rusty
n/s front brake pipe showing signs of corrosion
not able to fully inspect under vehicle due to plstic covers
not able to inspect outer sills due to plastic covers
rear silencer deteriorated
both sides rear brake pipes showing signs of corrosion
front sub frame rusting
n/s front brake pipe showing signs of deterioration
n/s rear tyre cracking around edge
not able to,inspect .sills due to plastic covers
rear silencer deteriorating
signs of corrosion to both sides rear wheel arches
Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
both sides rear brake pipes showing signs of corrosion
front sub frame rusting
n/s front brake pipe showing signs of deterioration
n/s rear tyre cracking around edge
not able to,inspect .sills due to plastic covers
rear silencer deteriorating
signs of corrosion to both sides rear wheel arches
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
main brake pipes not visable for insepection
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
both rear lower spring seat covers corroded
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz A-class?
Based on 4,204,702 MOT tests across 368,463 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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MK51 RGU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.
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 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 MK51 RGU, 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 MK51 RGU registered?
MK51 RGU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 1 September 2001.
Is MK51 RGU safe to buy?
The MOT history for MK51 RGU shows 17 tests with a 58.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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