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RV51 WGN

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

92,098 mi
Last recorded92,098 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2015
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV51 WGN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,898cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2015 92,098 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 89,937 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear tyres wearing unevenly on inside edges

Pass 30 Aug 2013 85,630 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Sep 2012 79,584 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

exhaust downpipe cracked

Fail 3 Sep 2012 79,584 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

exhaust downpipe cracked

Pass 1 Sep 2011 73,918 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

exhaust system corroded

Pass 6 Sep 2010 68,997 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2010 68,997 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 62,835 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 57,381 miles

rear tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 5 Sep 2007 50,014 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Aug 2006 44,066 miles

Front number plate damaged.

Near side of car damaged.

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 WGN is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RV51 WGN, 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 WGN registered?

RV51 WGN is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 4 September 2001.

Is RV51 WGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV51 WGN shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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