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LM51 YSY

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2022
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

89,444 mi
Last recorded89,444 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2021
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM51 YSY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2021 89,444 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut modified but not seriously weakened slight play in strut (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Jul 2020 88,327 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 86,820 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 84,721 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 82,572 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 80,087 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 77,765 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 75,721 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 71,794 miles

rear silencer corroded.

EML displayed

nearside rear tyre sidewall condition

Pass 30 Nov 2012 68,018 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 64,528 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 59,785 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 55,405 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 50,784 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 45,735 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2006 41,537 miles

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

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Nov 2006 41,537 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2005 36,524 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 YSY is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 YSY, 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 YSY registered?

LM51 YSY is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 1 December 2001.

Is LM51 YSY safe to buy?

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