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RV51 RZG

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Orange Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2017
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

79,509 mi
Last recorded79,509 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV51 RZG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2016 79,509 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2015 74,070 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2015 74,069 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 69,109 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2014 69,109 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2013 64,224 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 59,824 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2011 56,758 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 56,758 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2009 53,114 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Dec 2009 53,114 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2009 50,120 miles

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 19 Jan 2009 50,120 miles

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Jan 2008 44,707 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2008 44,702 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Oct 2006 37,227 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2005 29,153 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2005 29,153 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

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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RV51 RZG is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Orange with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RV51 RZG, 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 RV51 RZG registered?

RV51 RZG is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 5 December 2001.

Is RV51 RZG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV51 RZG shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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