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SY51 RWE

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Green Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

96,305 mi
Last recorded96,305 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2015
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY51 RWE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2015 96,305 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2014 89,701 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 78,929 miles

windscreen damaged more then 40mm outside swipe area

Pass 25 Sep 2012 62,878 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 46,562 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 38,845 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2010 38,845 miles

Nearside Rear Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Rear Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 9 Oct 2009 59,135 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2009 59,133 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 25 Sep 2008 54,777 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2008 54,774 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 4 Oct 2007 49,019 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2007 49,019 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Pass 7 Oct 2006 44,084 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2006 44,083 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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SY51 RWE is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Green with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SY51 RWE, 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 SY51 RWE?

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What year was SY51 RWE registered?

SY51 RWE is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 27 September 2001.

Is SY51 RWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY51 RWE shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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