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LE51 FLP

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

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

RegistrationLE51 FLP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2017
Pass 12 Apr 2016 127,002 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 111,617 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2014 101,526 miles

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

advise exhaust is deterioated

Pass 11 Apr 2013 94,533 miles

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

slight play in steering arms

Pass 27 Mar 2012 89,698 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

l/h/r tyre worn on edge

Pass 16 Mar 2011 83,926 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2011 83,926 miles

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

Fail 15 Mar 2010 78,303 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 78,303 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2009 71,424 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 71,424 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 63,483 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2008 63,483 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2007 56,852 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2007 56,852 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Feb 2006 51,482 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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LE51 FLP is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 LE51 FLP, 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 LE51 FLP?

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What year was LE51 FLP registered?

LE51 FLP is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is LE51 FLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LE51 FLP shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LE51 FLP have outstanding finance?

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