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GV51 LFN

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

106,021 mi
Last recorded106,021 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2014
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV51 LFN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2014 106,021 miles

Inner Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Nov 2013 93,389 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2013 93,388 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Gearbox mounting defective

Pass 28 Jul 2012 89,300 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 79,280 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 76,553 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 76,506 miles

n/s/r tyre starting to perish

Fail 19 Jul 2010 76,506 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

n/s/r tyre starting to perish

Pass 29 Jan 2010 74,522 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Front bumper insecure

Fail 22 Jan 2010 74,313 miles

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

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

Offside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)

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

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Front bumper insecure

Pass 13 Jan 2009 70,663 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both front flexible brake hoses perishing

Pass 4 Jan 2008 65,457 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 60,678 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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GV51 LFN is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver 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 GV51 LFN, 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 GV51 LFN?

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What year was GV51 LFN registered?

GV51 LFN is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 15 November 2001.

Is GV51 LFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV51 LFN 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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