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LM51 SBY

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

147,266 mi
Last recorded147,266 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM51 SBY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2016 147,266 miles

nail in offside rear tyre

nearside inner sill slightly corroded

offside inner sill slightly corroded

rear exhaust box outer skin corroded but not leaking

Fail 22 Mar 2016 147,266 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

nail in offside rear tyre

nearside inner sill slightly corroded

offside inner sill slightly corroded

rear exhaust box outer skin corroded but not leaking

Pass 12 Mar 2015 136,532 miles

2nd nail in O/S/R Tyre

Centre Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 20 Mar 2014 127,066 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2013 114,483 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 102,846 miles

Oil leak

knock from steering column area

noise in o/s/f (poss strut mount)

Fail 1 Mar 2012 102,556 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

knock from steering column area

noise in o/s/f (poss strut mount)

Pass 25 Feb 2011 90,160 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2011 90,160 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 3 Mar 2010 77,539 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2010 77,539 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)

Pass 23 Mar 2009 65,005 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 57,090 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 49,123 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2005 38,755 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 SBY is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 SBY, 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 SBY registered?

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

Is LM51 SBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM51 SBY shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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