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LR51 TNZ

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

76,767 mi
Last recorded76,767 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2016 76,767 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2016 76,767 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror is incapable of being adjusted to provide an adequate view to the rear (8.1.2b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 25 Aug 2015 73,527 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Front Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 13 Aug 2014 64,553 miles

Front bumper insecure

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 13 Aug 2014 64,553 miles

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

Front bumper insecure

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 61,833 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Aug 2013 61,833 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 11 Jul 2012 59,880 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jul 2012 59,880 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Mar 2011 57,344 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 54,620 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 47,993 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 42,026 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 38,065 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2006 37,981 miles

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

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

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 TNZ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 TNZ, 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.

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What year was LR51 TNZ registered?

LR51 TNZ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 26 October 2001.

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