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LR51 SXX

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR51 SXX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2016

corrosion on brake pipes

covers masking components

engine light on

exhaust in poor condition

headlamp lenses fading

Fail 29 Sep 2016

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

exhaust in poor condition

headlamp lenses fading

engine light on

corrosion on brake pipes

covers masking components

Pass 21 Sep 2015 81,417 miles

corrosion on exhaust

engine management light illuminated

slight play in steering column couplings

Pass 3 Oct 2014 77,316 miles

corrosion on exhaust

front number plate discoloured

nearside front tyre wearing low

nearside rear tyre wearing low and punctured

Pass 7 Nov 2013 74,083 miles

corrosion on brake pipes

corrosion on exhaust

front number plate discoloured

undertrays fitted

Pass 5 Nov 2012 68,329 miles

corrosion on brake pipes

corrosion on exhaust

Pass 12 Nov 2011 62,266 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 58,908 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2009 52,928 miles

nearside door mirror damaged

Pass 11 Nov 2008 46,028 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2008 46,028 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

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

Offside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2007 43,231 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2007 43,231 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Nov 2006 40,902 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2005 35,105 miles

exhaust silencer slight corrosion.

n/s rear tyre low tread on edges & small cuts on tread.

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 SXX 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 80%.

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 SXX, 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 SXX?

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What year was LR51 SXX registered?

LR51 SXX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 19 November 2001.

Is LR51 SXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR51 SXX shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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