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RF51 NRE

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

67,469 mi
Last recorded67,469 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2012
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF51 NRE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2012 67,469 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2012 67,469 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 64,197 miles

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

N/S head lamp adjuster loose.

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

Pass 3 Sep 2010 60,371 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 60,362 miles

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

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 29 Aug 2009 56,947 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 52,727 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 48,869 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2006 45,274 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2005 35,603 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2005 35,603 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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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RF51 NRE is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 RF51 NRE, 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

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What year was RF51 NRE registered?

RF51 NRE is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 2 November 2001.

Is RF51 NRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF51 NRE shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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