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KP51 LZX

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

117,823 mi
Last recorded117,823 miles
Recorded on18 May 2019
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP51 LZX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 May 2019 117,823 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 112,354 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 107,193 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 101,529 miles
Fail 20 May 2016 101,529 miles

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

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

Pass 26 May 2015 95,741 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 May 2014 91,166 miles

Centre exhaust box corroding

Headlamp beam pattern o/s (just in spec.)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 13 May 2014 91,166 miles

Centre exhaust box corroding

Headlamp beam pattern o/s (just in spec.)

Pass 16 May 2013 86,612 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 May 2013 86,612 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 May 2012 82,661 miles
Fail 15 May 2012 82,661 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 23 May 2011 76,810 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 68,414 miles
Fail 15 May 2010 68,322 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2009 60,523 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 51,457 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 42,350 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 32,116 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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KP51 LZX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 KP51 LZX, 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 KP51 LZX?

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What year was KP51 LZX registered?

KP51 LZX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 30 October 2001.

Is KP51 LZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP51 LZX shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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