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LM51 RYX

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Green Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

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

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

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2018

Hazard warning switch faulty

Fail 15 Jun 2018

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2017
Pass 3 Nov 2016
Fail 1 Nov 2016

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 14 Jan 2015 64,346 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 54,570 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 44,695 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 34,876 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 26,673 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2011 26,673 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Feb 2010 24,360 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 23,530 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2009 23,530 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Feb 2008 22,722 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 21,687 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2006 21,687 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Dec 2005 20,511 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 RYX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Green with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 RYX, 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 RYX registered?

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

Is LM51 RYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM51 RYX shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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