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MU51 WKY

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2016
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

90,148 mi
Last recorded90,148 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2015
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMU51 WKY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2015 90,148 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 62,637 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 54,994 miles

front brake flexys starting to perish

front number plate cracked

n/s/r seat belt not touched child seat fitted

o/s/f brake pipe starting to rust

rear number plate starting to delaminate

Pass 6 Aug 2012 45,080 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2012 45,000 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 36,336 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2010 34,046 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 31,812 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2008 28,952 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 25,763 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 22,847 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2005 19,075 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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MU51 WKY is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 MU51 WKY, 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 MU51 WKY registered?

MU51 WKY is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 3 September 2001.

Is MU51 WKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for MU51 WKY shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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