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LM51 RSZ

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2019
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

97,093 mi
Last recorded97,093 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2018
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM51 RSZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2018 97,093 miles

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

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

wipers slightly deteriorated

Pass 18 Feb 2017 90,744 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play both side (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Front Outer tyre has a slight cut

under-tray fitted

Fail 18 Feb 2017 90,744 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both side (1.8)

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

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

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play both side (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Front Outer tyre has a slight cut

under-tray fitted

Pass 13 Feb 2016 84,779 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 78,166 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 71,352 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 66,208 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 57,279 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 54,000 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2011 53,990 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brake cylinder N/S/R popped on roller test.

Fail 26 Mar 2010 49,712 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 26 Mar 2010 49,712 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 49,007 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 46,307 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2008 46,306 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 25 Jan 2007 40,604 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 34,982 miles

centre seat belt not fitted at time of test

spare tyre defective

Pass 15 Dec 2005 34,949 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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LM51 RSZ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 RSZ, 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 LM51 RSZ registered?

LM51 RSZ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 7 December 2001.

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