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LN51 HLU

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2017
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

40,011 mi
Last recorded40,011 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN51 HLU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2016 40,011 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 34,612 miles

Both rear and offside front tyre treads starting to crack, perish and split

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (3.6.B.4d)

Engine management lamp on

Pass 16 Oct 2014 31,964 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2013 29,685 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 27,685 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2011 25,891 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 24,254 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2010 24,254 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Oct 2009 22,380 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 20,640 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 19,683 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 17,306 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2005 15,370 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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LN51 HLU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 LN51 HLU, 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

How do I check the history of LN51 HLU?

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What year was LN51 HLU registered?

LN51 HLU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 15 November 2001.

Is LN51 HLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN51 HLU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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