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FX51 LBS

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

81,808 mi
Last recorded81,808 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2015
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX51 LBS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2015 81,808 miles

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

exhaust box rusty

Fail 29 Oct 2015 81,808 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

exhaust box rusty

Pass 13 Oct 2014 76,075 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2013 68,655 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 56,564 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2011 44,701 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 25 Oct 2011 44,701 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Nov 2010 35,806 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 28,417 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 19,811 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 11,702 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 10,369 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2006 10,369 miles

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

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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FX51 LBS is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FX51 LBS, 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 FX51 LBS registered?

FX51 LBS is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 13 September 2001.

Is FX51 LBS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX51 LBS shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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