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LM51 RXV

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Green Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

59,122 mi
Last recorded59,122 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2013
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2013 59,122 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2013 59,122 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

engine management light on

Pass 21 Dec 2012 54,879 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2011 49,851 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Main beam switch worn

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside front & rear tyres slightly perished

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 15 Dec 2011 49,851 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Main beam switch worn

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside front & rear tyres slightly perished

Pass 16 Dec 2010 47,169 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Main beam switch worn

Fail 16 Dec 2010 47,169 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Main beam switch worn

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Fail 18 Dec 2009 44,805 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 18 Dec 2009 44,805 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 42,954 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2007 40,434 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2006 36,245 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 RXV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Green with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RXV, 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 RXV registered?

LM51 RXV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 10 December 2001.

Is LM51 RXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM51 RXV shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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