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RX51 ODA

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

107,588 mi
Last recorded107,588 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2015
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX51 ODA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2015 107,588 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 23 Jan 2014 101,213 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2013 94,667 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jan 2013 94,667 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Oct 2011 85,548 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 81,275 miles

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

Nearside front tyre starting to wear on outer edge.

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

Upper Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 10 Oct 2009 72,351 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 64,295 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2008 64,295 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 24 Sep 2007 57,292 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2007 57,292 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2006 48,419 miles

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

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

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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RX51 ODA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RX51 ODA, 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 RX51 ODA registered?

RX51 ODA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 6 September 2001.

Is RX51 ODA safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX51 ODA shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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