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VK51 VLY

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2017
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,328 mi
Last recorded82,328 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK51 VLY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,898cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 26 Apr 2016 82,328 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2015 72,989 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 63,606 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2012 57,111 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 50,961 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 44,605 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 37,819 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2009 37,819 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2009 36,185 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 32,397 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 27 Jun 2007 28,479 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 24,056 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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VK51 VLY is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VK51 VLY, 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 VK51 VLY registered?

VK51 VLY is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 29 October 2001.

Is VK51 VLY safe to buy?

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