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LM51 WFW

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

114,072 mi
Last recorded114,072 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM51 WFW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2017 114,072 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Dec 2015 104,743 miles

Nearside Front steering rack play detected in rack

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front steering rack play detected

Rear exhaust silencer corroded

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 15 Dec 2015 104,743 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure and worn badly on inner edge (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc holed (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front steering rack play detected in rack

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front steering rack play detected

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Rear exhaust silencer corroded

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 3 Jan 2015 91,941 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

exhaust deteriated

offside rear tyre deteriated

Fail 31 Dec 2014 91,920 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

exhaust deteriated

offside rear tyre deteriated

Pass 3 Jan 2014 79,247 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 76,432 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 23 May 2012 71,665 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 64,673 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

nearside rear tyre tread worn

Pass 20 Apr 2010 55,756 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2008 41,768 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Nov 2008 41,768 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 36,695 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

alloy wheels fitted except for nearside front ,which is steel

Pass 11 Dec 2006 32,607 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2006 32,607 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 13 Dec 2005 27,446 miles

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

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 WFW is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WFW, 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 WFW registered?

LM51 WFW is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 21 December 2001.

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