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SP51 NSE

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

42,618 mi
Last recorded42,618 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2015
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP51 NSE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2015 42,618 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 42,599 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2011 40,391 miles

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

Fail 19 Oct 2011 40,391 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

front discs corroded

Pass 20 Oct 2010 37,349 miles

ALL brake pipes corroded/corrossion(Maybe in need of replacement before or at the next M.O.T)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake disc's lipped,corroded,pitting

Heavy corrossion to exhaust system

Heavy corrossion to front & rear suspension & steering components.

Heavy corrossion to front sub frame

Rear tyres x2-Treads cracking/cracked & perished(Advise Replacement)195/50x15

Unable to fully inspect underside due to cowling being fitted at time of test.

Pass 4 Sep 2009 31,753 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2009 31,753 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2008 23,978 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2008 23,976 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 21 Aug 2007 21,163 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2006 17,743 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2005 13,778 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2005 13,778 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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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SP51 NSE is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 SP51 NSE, 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 SP51 NSE?

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What year was SP51 NSE registered?

SP51 NSE is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is SP51 NSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP51 NSE shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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