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RO51 PLV

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2021
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

80,184 mi
Last recorded80,184 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2020
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO51 PLV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2020 80,184 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2020 80,162 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2019 78,581 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 76,172 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 73,878 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 72,147 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 70,574 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 68,616 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 15 Nov 2013 65,877 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Nov 2013 65,877 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 Nov 2012 62,077 miles

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

front number plate damaged

Fail 16 Nov 2012 62,077 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

front number plate damaged

Pass 21 Nov 2011 58,078 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 54,259 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 Nov 2009 50,212 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 46,162 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 39,495 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2006 34,139 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 29,863 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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RO51 PLV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 RO51 PLV, 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 RO51 PLV?

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What year was RO51 PLV registered?

RO51 PLV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 12 November 2001.

Is RO51 PLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO51 PLV shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RO51 PLV have outstanding finance?

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