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LS51 UWX

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2014
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

69,913 mi
Last recorded69,913 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2013
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS51 UWX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2013 69,913 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2013 69,993 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2012 64,507 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2011 58,588 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Aug 2011 58,588 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 52,828 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2010 52,828 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 Aug 2009 49,151 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 48,168 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 48,168 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 May 2008 42,770 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 42,030 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 41,254 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2005 39,265 miles

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

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

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 UWX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 UWX, 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 LS51 UWX registered?

LS51 UWX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 18 December 2001.

Is LS51 UWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS51 UWX shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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