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LR51 SYA

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

98,003 mi
Last recorded98,003 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2013
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2013 98,003 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2012 94,999 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 90,703 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 86,537 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2009 80,480 miles

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

Fail 18 Mar 2009 80,480 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

exhaust fowling rear suspension

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

Pass 10 Apr 2008 72,949 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 67,854 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2006 65,591 miles

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

Fail 17 Nov 2006 65,591 miles

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

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

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 SYA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 SYA, 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 SYA?

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What year was LR51 SYA registered?

LR51 SYA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 22 November 2001.

Is LR51 SYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR51 SYA shows 10 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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