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LM51 RVX

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Green Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM51 RVX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2017

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 13 Jan 2016

Front e/m/l on

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2015 80,919 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 78,736 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2014 78,736 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 69,042 miles

rear exhaust box corroding

Fail 20 Apr 2012 69,041 miles

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

rear exhaust box corroding

Pass 19 Mar 2011 55,975 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

O/s/f tyre worn on outer edge.

O/s/r tyre cracking to tread.

Slight corrosion to silencer.

Pass 5 Feb 2010 47,951 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 39,375 miles

advise thorough check on brake linings

Pass 14 May 2008 36,812 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 32,157 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2007 32,156 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 May 2006 29,218 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 RVX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Green with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 RVX, 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

How do I check the history of LM51 RVX?

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What year was LM51 RVX registered?

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

Is LM51 RVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM51 RVX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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