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WK51 KPG

2001 Mercedes A Class

Silver Petrol 1898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

113,083 mi
Last recorded113,083 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2013
Typical for 2001 Mercedes A Class58,688 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK51 KPG
MakeMercedes
ModelA Class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,898cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2013 113,083 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 102,357 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 85,372 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2010 64,543 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2008 49,458 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 40,550 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2007 40,506 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Sep 2006 32,806 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes A Class?

Based on 2,156 MOT tests across 154 vehicles.

73.1%
Pass Rate
5,153
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
154
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 46
Brake pipe excessively corroded 44
Registration plate lamp not working 40
Stop lamp not working 39
coil spring broken 31
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WK51 KPG is a 2001 Mercedes A Class in Silver with a 1,898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes A Class models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 58,688 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes A Class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WK51 KPG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes A Class typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 25 years old, this Mercedes A Class is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WK51 KPG registered?

WK51 KPG is a 2001 Mercedes A Class, first registered on 10 September 2001.

Is WK51 KPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK51 KPG shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WK51 KPG have outstanding finance?

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