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ExpiredMileage
109,623 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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(1.7.4a)The headlamps switch when operated between dipped and main beams indicates that the switch pivot is worn
(2.2A.1b)The steering mechanism has free play/wear present less than 013mm detected at the steering wheel.(steering rack fitted)
(2.4C.1b)The offside rear suspension spring is corroding
(2.4G.1)The front sub frame is various locations is heavily corroded
(2.4G.1)The nearside rear radius arm is corroding
(2.4G.1)The offside rear radius arm is corroding
(2.4G.2)The offside front lower suspension arm (front) bush is deteriorating but not resulting in excessive movement at the time of the inspection
(2.5C.1a)The offside front drive shaft outer constant velocity joint gaiter is slightly deteriorated,resulting in a slight leak
(3.6B.2c)The nearside front brake pipe is corroding
(3.6B.2c)The nearside rear brake pipe is corroding
(3.6B.2c)The offside front brake pipe is corroding
(3.6B.2c)The offside rear brake pipe is corroding
(3.7B.6a)The offside rear park brake effort is low,indicating that service is required
(3.7B.6b)The park brake imbalance recorded across axle (2) is at 53%,clearly indicating that service is required
(3.7B.7)The park brake efficiency is close to the legal limit at 17%,clearly indicating that the brakes are ready for service
(6.3.1d)The front number plate header area is dirty in appearance
(6.3.1d)The rear number plate header area is dirty in appearance
(7.1.2a)The rear exhaust silencer is deteriorated but not resulting in a leak at the time of the inspection
(8.3.1e)The vehicle presenter is reminded that items hanging from the interior mirror should not be fitted for legal reasons
Note - The vehicle manufacturer has fitted protective covers in various locations,which are seriously restricting the visual inspection from being fully completed
THE MOTOR VEHICLES STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED
(1.7.4a)The headlamps switch when operated between dipped and main beams indicates that the switch pivot is worn
(2.2A.1b)The steering mechanism has free play/wear present less than 013mm detected at the steering wheel.(steering rack fitted)
(2.4C.1b)The offside rear suspension spring is corroding
(2.4G.1)The front sub frame is various locations is heavily corroded
(2.4G.1)The nearside rear radius arm is corroding
(2.4G.1)The offside rear radius arm is corroding
(2.4G.2)The offside front lower suspension arm (front) bush is deteriorating but not resulting in excessive movement at the time of the inspection
(2.5C.1a)The offside front drive shaft outer constant velocity joint gaiter is slightly deteriorated,resulting in a slight leak
(3.6B.2c)The nearside front brake pipe is corroding
(3.6B.2c)The nearside rear brake pipe is corroding
(3.6B.2c)The offside front brake pipe is corroding
(3.6B.2c)The offside rear brake pipe is corroding
(3.7B.6a)The offside rear park brake effort is low,indicating that service is required
(3.7B.6b)The park brake imbalance recorded across axle (2) is at 53%,clearly indicating that service is required
(3.7B.7)The park brake efficiency is close to the legal limit at 17%,clearly indicating that the brakes are ready for service
(6.3.1d)The front number plate header area is dirty in appearance
(6.3.1d)The rear number plate header area is dirty in appearance
(7.1.2a)The rear exhaust silencer is deteriorated but not resulting in a leak at the time of the inspection
(8.3.1e)The vehicle presenter is reminded that items hanging from the interior mirror should not be fitted for legal reasons
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
Note - The vehicle manufacturer has fitted protective covers in various locations,which are seriously restricting the visual inspection from being fully completed
Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
THE MOTOR VEHICLES STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED
Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
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)
Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Offside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
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)
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
Offside Front Macpherson strut fractured (2.4.G.1)
Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
Offside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
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OV51 UOB is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,598cc 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 OV51 UOB, 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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OV51 UOB is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 18 October 2001.
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