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LL51 OEC

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

48,949 mi
Last recorded48,949 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL51 OEC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2017 48,949 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 43,814 miles

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

nail in nsr tyre

Pass 12 Jan 2015 42,712 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jan 2014 40,130 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s rear wheel has slightly damage

Pass 14 Jan 2013 36,897 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 33,983 miles

Check the tracking,front tyres wearing on inner edges

chip missing from n/s/f rim-bead

Fail 3 Jan 2012 33,983 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Check the tracking,front tyres wearing on inner edges

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

chip missing from n/s/f rim-bead

Pass 4 Jan 2011 31,127 miles

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

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 4 Jan 2011 31,127 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 5 Jan 2010 27,407 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 191,851 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 21,215 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 18,977 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 14,635 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 OEC is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 OEC, 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 OEC registered?

LL51 OEC is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 21 December 2001.

Is LL51 OEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LL51 OEC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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