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LB51 XMK

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

61,955 mi
Last recorded61,955 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

RegistrationLB51 XMK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2020 61,955 miles

Offside Front Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 3 Jan 2020 60,974 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Dec 2018 59,709 miles

Rear Coil spring worn both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

exhaust system deterioated

Pass 19 Dec 2017 58,486 miles

o/s/r tyre cracks on inner side wall

under tray fitted

Pass 13 Dec 2016 56,507 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Dec 2015 54,459 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2015 52,781 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2014 50,841 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 49,052 miles

Under trays fitted

Pass 15 Nov 2011 46,974 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 44,978 miles

front wipers worn sligutly

Pass 30 Oct 2009 42,962 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 4 Nov 2008 40,906 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Nov 2008 40,906 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2007 35,075 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 29,897 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 XMK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 XMK, 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 LB51 XMK registered?

LB51 XMK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 14 December 2001.

Is LB51 XMK safe to buy?

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