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WV51 NWY

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 May 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

34,891 mi
Last recorded34,891 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV51 NWY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 34,891 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2025 31,739 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2024 29,186 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2023 26,917 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2022 22,346 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 May 2021 16,628 miles

Rear Rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 25 May 2021 16,628 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 23 Aug 2018 16,549 miles

exhaust back box rusty

Pass 31 Aug 2017 16,358 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2017 16,358 miles

Dipswitch operation does not extinguish all main beam headlamps leaving at least one pair of dipped beam headlamps (1.7.4b)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 15,945 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 15,493 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 14,964 miles

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

Fail 6 Oct 2014 14,964 miles

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

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 9 Oct 2013 14,302 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Oct 2012 13,676 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 12,938 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 11,946 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 10,580 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 9,482 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 7,998 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 6,484 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2005 5,318 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2005 5,315 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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WV51 NWY is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WV51 NWY, 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

How do I check the history of WV51 NWY?

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What year was WV51 NWY registered?

WV51 NWY is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 17 December 2001.

Is WV51 NWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV51 NWY shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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