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LR51 VCA

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

82,183 mi
Last recorded82,183 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2012
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR51 VCA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2012 82,183 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exaust corroded

o/s n/s front strut legs corroded and inner bushes perished

rear arches corroded

Fail 26 Oct 2012 82,183 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exaust corroded

o/s n/s front strut legs corroded and inner bushes perished

rear arches corroded

Fail 25 Oct 2011 77,863 miles

Offside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

child seats fitted in rear.

front sub frame corroded.

n/s/f tyre damaged.

rear brake pipes corroded.

Pass 25 Oct 2011 77,863 miles

child seats fitted in rear.

front sub frame corroded.

n/s/f tyre damaged.

rear brake pipes corroded.

Pass 27 Oct 2010 74,420 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2010 74,420 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

all brake pipes corroded

front discs sacored

Pass 27 Nov 2009 71,122 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2009 71,122 miles

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

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

bonnet stiff

Pass 1 Dec 2008 64,233 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 54,311 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 42,164 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside rear tyre perished.

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 VCA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 VCA, 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 VCA?

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What year was LR51 VCA registered?

LR51 VCA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 10 October 2001.

Is LR51 VCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR51 VCA shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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