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YR51 SNN

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

103,376 mi
Last recorded103,376 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2010
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR51 SNN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2010 103,376 miles

nearside mirror damaged

Fail 12 Nov 2010 103,734 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

brake pipes corroded

missfire

repair to nearside mirror

Pass 11 Nov 2009 94,997 miles

nearside mirror glass missing

nearside rear jacking rubber missing

Fail 10 Nov 2009 94,995 miles

Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b) DANGEROUS

Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

both front flexy brake hoses slightly cracking

front subframe has alot of surface rust reccomend removing plastic covers and checking

nearside mirror glass missing

nearside rear flexy hose slight twist

nearside rear jacking rubber missing

nearside rear metal brake pipe route to flexy

offside front seatbelt slightly marked

offside rear metal brake pipe surface rusty

slight play in column

Pass 30 Oct 2008 89,359 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2008 89,359 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2007 85,858 miles

Exhaust resr silencer casing corroded

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

Fail 12 Oct 2007 85,858 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Exhaust resr silencer casing corroded

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

Pass 25 Oct 2006 80,616 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 SNN is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SNN, 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 YR51 SNN?

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What year was YR51 SNN registered?

YR51 SNN is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 12 October 2001.

Is YR51 SNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR51 SNN shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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