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LR51 NTG

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

111,009 mi
Last recorded111,009 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2022
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR51 NTG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2022 111,009 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2022 111,009 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 107,990 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 May 2019 102,287 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 99,056 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2017 96,216 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2016 92,907 miles

Nearside Front tyre punctured

Pass 6 Sep 2014 87,161 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2013 83,406 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 79,973 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 75,404 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 69,247 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2010 69,247 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

osr disc scored

Pass 28 Nov 2009 63,516 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2009 63,516 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Nov 2008 50,701 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2008 50,701 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Dec 2007 41,361 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2006 23,350 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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LR51 NTG is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 LR51 NTG, 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 LR51 NTG registered?

LR51 NTG is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is LR51 NTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR51 NTG shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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