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LA51 ZDS

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA51 ZDS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2020
Pass 4 Apr 2019

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

near side front seat belt will need attention

off side front seat will need attention

Pass 17 Mar 2018
Pass 22 May 2015 19,136 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 115,726 miles

Os front shock slightly damp

Fail 30 Apr 2014 115,725 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Os front shock slightly damp

Pass 24 May 2013 109,415 miles

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

Service brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)

main beam switch faulty

nearside rear tyre perished/cracked

offside front tyre worn on edge and perished/cracked

wipers poor/smearing

Fail 22 May 2013 109,415 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Service brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)

main beam switch faulty

nearside rear tyre perished/cracked

offside front tyre worn on edge and perished/cracked

wipers poor/smearing

Pass 19 Oct 2011 98,722 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 91,576 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 91,572 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Jul 2008 86,545 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 59,455 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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LA51 ZDS is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,689cc diesel 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 LA51 ZDS, 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 LA51 ZDS registered?

LA51 ZDS is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 21 November 2001.

Is LA51 ZDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA51 ZDS 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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