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LG51 ZYH

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

87,999 mi
Last recorded87,999 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG51 ZYH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2017 87,999 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2017 87,999 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low broken internally (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour 501 amber (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working 239 (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour 501 amber (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2016 87,213 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2016 87,213 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Oct 2015 85,798 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 84,297 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 83,545 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 83,355 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 82,920 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 79,810 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2010 79,810 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Aug 2009 76,936 miles

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 16 Aug 2008 73,640 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 69,318 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 61,617 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2006 61,591 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 ZYH is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 ZYH, 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 LG51 ZYH registered?

LG51 ZYH is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 3 September 2001.

Is LG51 ZYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG51 ZYH shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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