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KD51 LBU

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2021
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

59,181 mi
Last recorded59,181 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2020
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKD51 LBU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2020 59,181 miles

Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2019 54,532 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 52,100 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 49,685 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front tyre worn bald outer edge

Pass 29 Nov 2016 47,624 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 45,083 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2014 41,780 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 38,408 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2012 35,022 miles

both rear tyres starting to perish on edges

Pass 30 Nov 2011 31,544 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2010 28,115 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2009 24,174 miles

both front tyres showing early signs of perishing

small cut in offside front outer tyre wall- not revealing cords

Pass 12 Dec 2008 20,549 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 685,204 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 16,047 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 11,865 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2006 11,791 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Pass 22 Nov 2005 8,186 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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KD51 LBU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 KD51 LBU, 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.

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What year was KD51 LBU registered?

KD51 LBU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 7 December 2001.

Is KD51 LBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KD51 LBU shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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