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LC51 AHL

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

101,203 mi
Last recorded101,203 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2011
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC51 AHL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2011 101,203 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 86,268 miles

advise mileage reading

advise rear exhaust box

advise slight knock in steering

Fail 27 Oct 2010 86,267 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

advise mileage reading

advise rear exhaust box

advise slight knock in steering

Pass 13 May 2009 75,551 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Mar 2008 67,088 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 56,142 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 42,312 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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LC51 AHL is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LC51 AHL, 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 LC51 AHL?

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What year was LC51 AHL registered?

LC51 AHL is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 18 December 2001.

Is LC51 AHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC51 AHL shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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