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YT51 YVK

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

79,611 mi
Last recorded79,611 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT51 YVK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 79,611 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 78,728 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 77,741 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 76,667 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 75,559 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 74,573 miles

full under tray fitted to under body of vehicle, unable view certain components.

Pass 15 Mar 2019 73,276 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 71,669 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 69,933 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 68,616 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 66,977 miles

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

Fail 11 Nov 2013 63,304 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Nov 2013 63,304 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 53,228 miles

both rear tyres bold on outer edges

Pass 11 Nov 2011 44,396 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 36,017 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2009 32,060 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2008 30,059 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Oct 2008 30,059 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 26,846 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 25,806 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 YVK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 YVK, 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

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What year was YT51 YVK registered?

YT51 YVK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 17 October 2001.

Is YT51 YVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YT51 YVK shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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