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MU51 WVF

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

47,943 mi
Last recorded47,943 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMU51 WVF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2017 47,943 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 39,611 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres badly perished replace immediately

Fail 27 May 2015 39,477 miles

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres badly perished replace immediately

Fail 23 May 2014 34,946 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 May 2014 34,946 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 11 Apr 2013 31,609 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

advise 3 wiper blades

exhaust box is corroded

o/s rear indicator bulb and side repeater bulbs are faded advise replacement

Pass 11 Apr 2013 31,609 miles

advise 3 wiper blades

exhaust box is corroded

o/s rear indicator bulb and side repeater bulbs are faded advise replacement

Pass 12 Apr 2012 30,438 miles

front brake flexi hoses are cracked advise replacement

slight play in steering column linkage

Pass 8 Apr 2011 29,145 miles

front brake flexi hoses are cracked

slight corrosion on exhaust

Pass 15 Apr 2010 27,715 miles

o/s/r+n/s/f tyres cracked

wheels scratched

Pass 14 Apr 2009 26,176 miles

n/s front tyre is cracked and has a cut in the tread

slight cracks in front brake flexi hoses

Pass 9 Apr 2008 24,528 miles

front brake discs are lipped pads worn close to replacement level

slight cracks in front brake flexi hoses

Pass 29 Nov 2006 22,195 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2005 20,296 miles

advise small cuts on inside of osfront tyre no cords visible

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 WVF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 WVF, 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 WVF registered?

MU51 WVF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 31 October 2001.

Is MU51 WVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for MU51 WVF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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