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LL51 BFX

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

147,691 mi
Last recorded147,691 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL51 BFX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 1 Jul 2017 147,691 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 139,013 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 126,526 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 118,011 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front bumper has slight crack

front number plate is slight cracked

Pass 2 Oct 2012

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front bumper insecure

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 May 2011 87,031 miles

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

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

Pass 10 May 2010 73,843 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 60,538 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 48,628 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 37,776 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 31,163 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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LL51 BFX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LL51 BFX, 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 LL51 BFX registered?

LL51 BFX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 18 December 2001.

Is LL51 BFX safe to buy?

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