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VO51 XDV

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2024
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO51 XDV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 12 Jan 2023

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both N/S/F and O/S/F (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Road wheel damaged (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2015

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

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 2 Oct 2013 52,551 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2012 50,347 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

exhaust deteriorating.

front wheels stiff to rotate.

Pass 30 Sep 2011 48,797 miles

Advise rear wiper blade split at end.

Advise right front brake hose boot is split at end.

Advise right rear and left rear spring insulation cuos corroded.

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 16 Nov 2010 47,225 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 43,815 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2009 43,235 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 39,681 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 27 Nov 2007 36,783 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 33,102 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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VO51 XDV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 VO51 XDV, 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 VO51 XDV registered?

VO51 XDV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 17 October 2001.

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