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LS51 UWN

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

131,006 mi
Last recorded131,006 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2013
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS51 UWN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2013 131,006 miles

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

SRS Light On

Pass 18 Jan 2012 124,185 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 112,023 miles

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Slight corrosion on n/s front brake disc

Some distortion in front brakes

Fail 7 Dec 2010 112,023 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

B.A.S. and E.S.P. lights on

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Slight corrosion on n/s front brake disc

Some distortion in front brakes

Pass 3 Dec 2009 97,308 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 83,605 miles

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

Fail 30 Nov 2007 68,489 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Unable tofully check floor pan due to full plastic covering fitted.

Pass 30 Nov 2007 68,489 miles

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

Unable tofully check floor pan due to full plastic covering fitted.

Pass 17 Oct 2006 61,206 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

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

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 UWN is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 UWN, 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 UWN registered?

LS51 UWN is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 6 November 2001.

Is LS51 UWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS51 UWN shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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