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PJ51 OJH

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

83,871 mi
Last recorded83,871 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2019
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ51 OJH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2019 83,871 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 4 Jan 2019 78,606 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2019 78,606 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2018 76,105 miles

Nearside Front tyre outer edge worn smooth

Pass 6 Jan 2017 72,877 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2017 72,877 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 68,992 miles

Offside Front Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Fail 24 Nov 2015 68,992 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Pass 3 Dec 2014 65,777 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 62,160 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 58,411 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2012 58,411 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 1 Dec 2011 56,494 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Dec 2011 56,494 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 51,719 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 47,383 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Jan 2009 39,627 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 32,453 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 27,012 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2005 21,777 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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PJ51 OJH is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 PJ51 OJH, 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 PJ51 OJH registered?

PJ51 OJH is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 14 December 2001.

Is PJ51 OJH safe to buy?

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