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WR51 HCA

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

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Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

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

RegistrationWR51 HCA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Nov 2024
Pass 23 Nov 2023

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2022

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Oct 2021
Pass 3 Nov 2020

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 5 Nov 2019
Pass 17 Oct 2018
Pass 30 Oct 2017
Pass 22 Oct 2016
Pass 23 Oct 2015
Pass 27 Oct 2014 31,165 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 30,794 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 30,051 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2012 151,501 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2011 29,744 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 29,141 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 28,596 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2008 27,812 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 27,533 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 26,475 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2005 25,696 miles

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)

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

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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WR51 HCA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 WR51 HCA, 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 WR51 HCA registered?

WR51 HCA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 12 November 2001.

Is WR51 HCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR51 HCA shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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