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LB51 HDA

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

79,305 mi
Last recorded79,305 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2022
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB51 HDA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2022 79,305 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp stalk switch defective but works

Knock from steering shaft lower ,not excessive

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 6 Sep 2022 79,273 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp stalk switch defective but works

Knock from steering shaft lower ,not excessive

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 73,083 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 68,182 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front flexi brake hoses perished and starting to crack (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

eml on dash

Pass 9 Oct 2019 63,959 miles

Nearside 1 of 2 reg plate lamps not working.

Pass 17 Sep 2018 62,416 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 58,314 miles

MINOR CRACKS ON O/S/R - O/S/F TYRE

Pass 14 Sep 2016 57,154 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 55,407 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 53,827 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 53,009 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2013 53,009 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2012 51,406 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 48,655 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 45,197 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2010 45,193 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2009 39,731 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 33,291 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 29,218 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 25,519 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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LB51 HDA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 LB51 HDA, 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 LB51 HDA registered?

LB51 HDA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 31 October 2001.

Is LB51 HDA safe to buy?

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