2001 Mercedes A160 MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for A160 models manufactured in 2001, based on 56 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
2001 Mercedes A160 MOT Analysis
The 2001 Mercedes A160 has an MOT pass rate of 57.1% based on 56 tests — slightly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 67,234 miles on the odometer. With a 42.9% failure rate, the 2001 A160 is rated as "Below Average" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2001 Mercedes A160 is Tyres, responsible for 7.1% of failures. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs range from £50–200 per tyre. Suspension is the second most common issue at 1.8%.
Top failures specific to 2001 models only. The overall A160 page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 7.1% | 4 |
| 2 | Suspension | 1.8% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 67,234 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 1.06 | 7.1% | 4 |
| Suspension | 0.27 | 1.8% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2001 Mercedes A160 has an MOT pass rate of 57.1% based on 56 tests — slightly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 67,234 miles on the odometer. With a 42.9% failure rate, the 2001 A160 is rated as "Below Average" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2001 Mercedes A160, budget for potential repairs before each MOT. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to tyres: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating. At 67,234 average miles, these vehicles are in the mid-range where component wear starts to become a factor.
Tyres — 7.1% of failures
Tyres issues account for 7.1% of MOT failures on 2001 Mercedes A160 models. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Suspension — 1.8% of failures
Suspension issues account for 1.8% of MOT failures on 2001 Mercedes A160 models. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.