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SP51 VSV

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

116,339 mi
Last recorded116,339 miles
Recorded on28 May 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 May 2016 116,339 miles

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

eml on

Fail 29 May 2015 106,832 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Timing chain noisy

Pass 29 May 2015 106,832 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)

Timing chain noisy

Pass 2 Jul 2014 94,079 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 85,732 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 73,311 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 62,941 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2011 62,941 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Brake cable has a seized clevis joint pivot (3.5.1c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Oct 2010 61,097 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2010 61,097 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2009 54,745 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2009 54,745 miles

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

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2008 51,030 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 45,282 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 38,538 miles

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 VSV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 SP51 VSV, 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 SP51 VSV registered?

SP51 VSV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 3 September 2001.

Is SP51 VSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP51 VSV shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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