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YD51 UTK

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

82,288 mi
Last recorded82,288 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2018
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD51 UTK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2018 82,288 miles

Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 29 Jun 2017 78,833 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2016 73,616 miles

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

Fail 11 Jan 2016 73,616 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour both sides rear (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 8 Nov 2014 70,154 miles

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

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 Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 8 Nov 2014 70,154 miles

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

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)

Pass 3 Jan 2013 63,301 miles

Both rear tyres cracked and perished

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2011 57,654 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 52,600 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2009 50,565 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2009 50,564 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 4 Dec 2008 47,281 miles

Offside front tyre cracked and perished

Pass 18 Dec 2007 44,094 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2006 41,642 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2005 38,019 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2005 38,019 miles

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

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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YD51 UTK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,598cc 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 YD51 UTK, 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 YD51 UTK?

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What year was YD51 UTK registered?

YD51 UTK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 23 October 2001.

Is YD51 UTK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD51 UTK 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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