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PN51 XLE

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Green Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2014
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

94,842 mi
Last recorded94,842 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2013
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN51 XLE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2013 94,842 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 94,842 miles

Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 94,166 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 84,845 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2012 84,765 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Macpherson strut fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2011 67,595 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 59,299 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 51,032 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Mar 2008 40,866 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2008 40,757 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 2 Apr 2007 32,652 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 22,935 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 22,502 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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PN51 XLE is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Green with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 PN51 XLE, 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

How do I check the history of PN51 XLE?

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What year was PN51 XLE registered?

PN51 XLE is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 7 September 2001.

Is PN51 XLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN51 XLE shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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