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WR51 VBF

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

100,167 mi
Last recorded100,167 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR51 VBF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,898cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2016 100,167 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 25 Nov 2016 100,167 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Nov 2015 94,346 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2015 94,345 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 89,443 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Nov 2013 83,644 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Nov 2013 83,644 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Nov 2012 78,091 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 73,153 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 72,222 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2010 72,222 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Nov 2009 69,190 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 64,067 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 58,655 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 53,190 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2005 43,934 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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WR51 VBF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VBF, 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.

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What year was WR51 VBF registered?

WR51 VBF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 26 November 2001.

Is WR51 VBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR51 VBF shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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