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LR51 TVL

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Green Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

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

RegistrationLR51 TVL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2017

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint both (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 May 2016 91,407 miles

rear exhaust corroded

Fail 17 May 2016 91,407 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 2 Apr 2015 87,109 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 83,236 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2013 79,920 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 May 2012 75,687 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2012 75,687 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2011 72,741 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2010 64,944 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nail in offside front tyre

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 May 2009 57,796 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 50,550 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 44,232 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2007 44,232 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2006 36,177 miles
Fail 18 May 2006 36,176 miles

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

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 TVL is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Green with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 TVL, 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 TVL?

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What year was LR51 TVL registered?

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

Is LR51 TVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR51 TVL shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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