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LM51 YTL

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

59,474 mi
Last recorded59,474 miles
Recorded on22 May 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM51 YTL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2017 59,474 miles

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

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

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

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 16 May 2017 59,370 miles

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

Indicator switch faulty comes on main/ flash when indicating (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Pass 23 May 2016 57,143 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 53,160 miles
Fail 19 May 2015 53,160 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 May 2014 49,299 miles

offside rear lower spring cup corroded

Pass 17 May 2013 45,879 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 45,470 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 44,953 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 44,086 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 39,324 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2009 39,324 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2008 32,501 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2008 32,501 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2007 27,592 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 YTL is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,598cc 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 YTL, 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 YTL registered?

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

Is LM51 YTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM51 YTL 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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