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SM51 OFL

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

White Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

24,994 mi
Last recorded24,994 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2024
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM51 OFL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2024 24,994 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2023 17,891 miles

Front undersealed underneath

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 May 2021 17,826 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 17,755 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 17,047 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

cracking in tread o/side front tyre

Pass 21 Aug 2013 16,213 miles

o/side rear tyre cracking in tread

Pass 14 Sep 2012 15,571 miles

cracking on o/side rear tyre on {tread]

Pass 16 Sep 2011 14,433 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2011 14,431 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

n/s/r tyre cracking & nail in tread

Pass 22 Sep 2010 13,462 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2010 13,462 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

n/s/f tyre cracking & cut on wall

Pass 22 Sep 2009 12,384 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2008 11,099 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2008 11,099 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Oct 2007 9,702 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 8,587 miles

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

rear brakes 37% imbalanced

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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SM51 OFL is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in White with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 SM51 OFL, 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 SM51 OFL?

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What year was SM51 OFL registered?

SM51 OFL is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 6 December 2001.

Is SM51 OFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM51 OFL shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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