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LR51 PXD

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

57,939 mi
Last recorded57,939 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR51 PXD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2016 57,939 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 56,106 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 54,452 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 Nov 2014 54,452 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Nov 2013 52,256 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside front tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Nov 2012 51,118 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2012 51,118 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Nov 2011 49,726 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2011 49,725 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 Nov 2010 48,321 miles

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

Fail 25 Nov 2010 48,305 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2009 45,427 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 41,150 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2008 41,150 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 2 Jan 2008 38,695 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2006 34,177 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 PXD is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PXD, 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 LR51 PXD?

You can check the full history of LR51 PXD by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LR51 PXD registered?

LR51 PXD is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 11 October 2001.

Is LR51 PXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR51 PXD shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LR51 PXD have outstanding finance?

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