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OY51 SKF

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2018
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

100,488 mi
Last recorded100,488 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY51 SKF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2017 100,488 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2017 100,488 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Oct 2016 97,527 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Oct 2015 92,845 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 90,314 miles

Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Fail 21 Aug 2013 86,222 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 86,222 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 81,675 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 75,619 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 70,454 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 65,620 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 60,243 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 54,917 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 29 Aug 2007 54,917 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 6 Sep 2006 49,613 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2006 49,613 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Sep 2005 41,650 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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OY51 SKF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 OY51 SKF, 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 OY51 SKF registered?

OY51 SKF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 26 September 2001.

Is OY51 SKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for OY51 SKF shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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