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LM51 DKF

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

70,179 mi
Last recorded70,179 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM51 DKF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2016 70,179 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2016 70,179 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2015 67,567 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 65,225 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2013 62,610 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Oct 2013 62,610 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Nov 2012 62,595 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front hoses cracking

Pass 9 Nov 2012 62,595 miles

both front hoses cracking

Pass 16 Mar 2011 62,580 miles

both front hoses starting to crack

slight wear in both rear radius arms

Pass 14 Jan 2010 54,314 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2008 47,074 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Jan 2008 38,696 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Pass 12 Jan 2007 29,751 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)

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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LM51 DKF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc 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 LM51 DKF, 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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How do I check the history of LM51 DKF?

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What year was LM51 DKF registered?

LM51 DKF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 21 November 2001.

Is LM51 DKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM51 DKF 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.

Does LM51 DKF have outstanding finance?

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