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OV51 UOB

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2015
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

109,623 mi
Last recorded109,623 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2014
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV51 UOB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2014 109,623 miles

(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

Fail 18 Sep 2014 109,623 miles

(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

Fail 12 Sep 2014 109,609 miles

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)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 95,372 miles

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)

Fail 5 Sep 2013 95,372 miles

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)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 82,006 miles

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)

Pass 7 Oct 2011 72,790 miles

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)

Fail 3 Oct 2011 72,790 miles

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)

Pass 5 Oct 2010 62,989 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2010 62,969 miles

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)

Pass 24 Sep 2009 57,413 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Sep 2009 57,413 miles

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)

Pass 22 Sep 2008 53,747 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2008 53,747 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 4 Oct 2007 49,441 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 45,087 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2005 41,189 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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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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