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L3 GHE

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,630 mi
Last recorded46,630 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL3 GHE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 12 Nov 2025 46,630 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 45,644 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 43,532 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 42,077 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 40,008 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 38,796 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 38,411 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 36,622 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 35,053 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 32,254 miles

both front wiper blades deteriorated

Pass 9 Nov 2015 30,111 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 27,161 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 24,148 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 21,880 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 19,728 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 17,385 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 15,921 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 13,739 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 11,979 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2006 9,946 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2005 6,668 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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L3 GHE is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 L3 GHE, 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 L3 GHE?

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What year was L3 GHE registered?

L3 GHE is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 24 November 2001.

Is L3 GHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for L3 GHE shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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