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LE51 XMU

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

53,612 mi
Last recorded53,612 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2013
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLE51 XMU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2013 53,612 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2013 53,612 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Both rear tyres cracking round outer sidewall

slight knocking from steering (no free play)

Pass 16 Jan 2012 46,425 miles

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

Nearside front tyre has slight damage to outer sidewall

Offside rear tyre cracking and worn round outer sidewall

Pass 7 Feb 2011 43,765 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 41,447 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 34,700 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 28,316 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 8 Feb 2007 22,100 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 XMU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 XMU, 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 XMU?

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What year was LE51 XMU registered?

LE51 XMU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 6 September 2001.

Is LE51 XMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LE51 XMU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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