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LF51 XNY

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Green Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2014
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

66,377 mi
Last recorded66,377 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2013
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF51 XNY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2013 66,377 miles

Centre Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres wearing low

Fail 5 Dec 2013 66,377 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Centre Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres wearing low

engine light on

Pass 30 Oct 2012 46,027 miles

engine is hunting

engine light is on

Fail 29 Oct 2012 64,027 miles

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

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

engine is hunting

engine light is on

Fail 21 Oct 2011 62,943 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

engine is running rough

engine management light is on

Pass 21 Oct 2011 62,943 miles

engine is running rough

engine management light is on

Pass 13 Oct 2010 61,567 miles

engine and under body covers fitted

engine light on

engine runs ruff

front brake pads look low

Pass 16 Oct 2009 59,779 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

engine light on

engine running ruff

under body sheild fitted unable see parts

Fail 16 Oct 2009 59,779 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

engine light on

engine running ruff

under body sheild fitted unable see parts

Pass 4 Nov 2008 58,236 miles

engine management light on !

Fail 31 Oct 2008 58,236 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

engine management light on !

Pass 22 Oct 2007 54,468 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

engine management light on

Fail 22 Oct 2007 54,448 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

engine management light on

Pass 31 Oct 2006 48,293 miles

see advisory note: 304544706302

Fail 31 Oct 2006 48,293 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

engine management lamp stays on

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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LF51 XNY is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Green with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LF51 XNY, 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 LF51 XNY registered?

LF51 XNY is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 26 November 2001.

Is LF51 XNY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF51 XNY shows 15 tests with a 53.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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