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RV51 WKK

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV51 WKK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,898cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2012

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

Pass 27 Apr 2011 92,843 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 88,850 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 82,249 miles

n/s steering system has sliht play advise repair

o/s/r shock weaping fluid slightly advise replaceing

Fail 1 Aug 2009 82,243 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Aug 2008 71,475 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2008 71,475 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Aug 2007 59,601 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 59,585 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Aug 2006 49,418 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

STRONG ADVISORY.O/S REAR TYRE INNER EDGE WORN UNEVEN AND SMALL SPLIT INNER SIDEWALL.

Pass 9 Aug 2006 49,418 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

STRONG ADVISORY.O/S REAR TYRE INNER EDGE WORN UNEVEN AND SMALL SPLIT INNER SIDEWALL.

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 WKK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 WKK, 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 WKK registered?

RV51 WKK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is RV51 WKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV51 WKK shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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