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YT51 OWY

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

59,100 mi
Last recorded59,100 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2022
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT51 OWY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2022 59,100 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 54,962 miles

full under body inspection not possible because of under trays

Pass 31 Aug 2018 53,869 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 52,858 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 51,925 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 50,689 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 48,608 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2014 48,608 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut fractured (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 16 Sep 2013 46,685 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 44,692 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 42,623 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 19 Sep 2011 42,613 miles

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

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2010 39,401 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2010 39,399 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2009 36,073 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 32,734 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 29,064 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 25,936 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 6 Sep 2005 20,438 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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YT51 OWY is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 YT51 OWY, 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 YT51 OWY?

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What year was YT51 OWY registered?

YT51 OWY is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 3 September 2001.

Is YT51 OWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YT51 OWY shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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