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LM51 RTU

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

122,105 mi
Last recorded122,105 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM51 RTU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2017 122,105 miles

E.M.L.on at time of test

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195/50-15 (4.1.E.1)

Fail 7 Nov 2017

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right will not adjust (1.8)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

E.M.L.on at time of test

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195/50-15 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Nov 2016 104,907 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2015 74,418 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 69,820 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 62,840 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 57,376 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

engine management lamp on

Pass 17 Nov 2011 56,921 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2010 55,806 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 2 Dec 2010 55,806 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 16 Nov 2009 53,181 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 50,262 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 47,033 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 43,757 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2005 40,157 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 RTU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 LM51 RTU, 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 RTU registered?

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

Is LM51 RTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM51 RTU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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