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LS51 ADZ

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2018
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

58,628 mi
Last recorded58,628 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS51 ADZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2017 58,628 miles

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

mil light illuminated but emissions ok

Fail 28 Dec 2017 58,609 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b) DANGEROUS

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

mil light illuminated but emissions ok

Pass 3 Nov 2016 48,100 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 46,959 miles

slight chip in windscreen

Pass 5 Nov 2014 46,257 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Oct 2013 43,804 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

offside front lower arm front bush slightly deteriorated

Pass 30 Oct 2012 41,544 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 39,353 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2011 39,353 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2010 37,109 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 Oct 2009 35,661 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 16 Oct 2008 33,465 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 30,622 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 26,351 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 25,014 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2005 22,159 miles

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

Fail 25 Oct 2005 22,084 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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LS51 ADZ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 LS51 ADZ, 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

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What year was LS51 ADZ registered?

LS51 ADZ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 26 October 2001.

Is LS51 ADZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS51 ADZ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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