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LM51 RVE

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2015
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

44,719 mi
Last recorded44,719 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2014
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM51 RVE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2014 44,719 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2013 43,817 miles

cut in nearside rear tyre ,inner side wall,tyre out of shape

front brake pads getting low

Pass 25 Jul 2013 43,756 miles

nearside front wiper blade split at end

nearside rear tyre cut inner sidewall

offside rear tyre perishing, tread cracking

Pass 13 Aug 2012 42,880 miles

rear tyres wearing out of shape

Pass 7 Sep 2011 40,777 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2011 40,777 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2010 39,507 miles

nearside headlamp unit loose,bracket damaged.nearside front lower bumper loose

Pass 15 Sep 2009 37,562 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 32,651 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2007 32,651 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Nov 2006 29,097 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2005 27,160 miles

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

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 RVE is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RVE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LM51 RVE registered?

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

Is LM51 RVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM51 RVE shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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