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YR51 SMX

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

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

RegistrationYR51 SMX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2018

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

Fail 23 Aug 2018

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 26 Aug 2016

Engine management light lit, indicating a fault.

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre showing signs of extra wear to its inner edge.

Offside Rear Sill cover damaged.

Fail 24 Aug 2016

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Engine management light lit, indicating a fault.

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre showing signs of extra wear to its inner edge.

Offside Rear Sill cover damaged.

Pass 26 Aug 2015 42,182 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 42,016 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 41,571 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2012 39,684 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 39,684 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 37,902 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 35,549 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 33,743 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 32,472 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 27,650 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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YR51 SMX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 YR51 SMX, 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 YR51 SMX registered?

YR51 SMX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 20 September 2001.

Is YR51 SMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR51 SMX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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