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LR51 SSJ

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

94,987 mi
Last recorded94,987 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR51 SSJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2016 94,987 miles

Brake hoses deteriorated

Metal brake pipes starting to rust

Pass 8 Jan 2015 92,214 miles

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

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

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

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

headlamp adjuster on panel comeaway.

nearside front wheel cover badly damaged.

nearside headlamp plastic cover deteriorating light intencity reduced.

Pass 7 Jan 2014 85,353 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 78,558 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 9 Jan 2012 72,999 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2012 72,997 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 3 Jan 2012 72,971 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 4 Jan 2011 67,363 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2009 63,590 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2009 59,304 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2008 54,225 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 47,183 miles

nearside rear tyre has cracking on the side wall

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 SSJ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LR51 SSJ, 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 SSJ registered?

LR51 SSJ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 10 September 2001.

Is LR51 SSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR51 SSJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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