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LG51 NXB

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

67,715 mi
Last recorded67,715 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG51 NXB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2017 67,715 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2016 59,400 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)

Pass 10 Jan 2015 52,513 miles

Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

nearside rear tyre has a slight cut

Fail 5 Sep 2014 49,461 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 49,461 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2013 45,637 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 45,637 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2012 40,578 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 34,194 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2010 34,193 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 8 Jan 2009 27,222 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 23,522 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 19,074 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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LG51 NXB is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LG51 NXB, 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 LG51 NXB?

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What year was LG51 NXB registered?

LG51 NXB is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 31 October 2001.

Is LG51 NXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG51 NXB shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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