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LS51 XRU

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2015
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

90,142 mi
Last recorded90,142 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2014
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2014 90,142 miles

EML on

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Fail 22 Oct 2014 90,142 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Nearside Side repeater excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

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

EML on

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 21 Oct 2013 86,786 miles

ENGINE LIGHT ON

HEADLIGHT DIPSWITCH WORN, NEEDS RENEWING SOON

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

Fail 21 Oct 2013 86,784 miles

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

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

ENGINE LIGHT ON

HEADLIGHT DIPSWITCH WORN, NEEDS RENEWING SOON

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

Pass 19 Oct 2012 83,114 miles

ENGINE LIGHT ON

HEADLIGHT DIP SWITCH WORN

KNOCK IN STEERING

NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE FRONT ROAD SPRINGS BROKEN AT TOP COILS ;- NEED RENEWING

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Fail 19 Oct 2012 83,114 miles

ENGINE LIGHT ON

HEADLIGHT DIP SWITCH WORN

KNOCK IN STEERING

NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE FRONT ROAD SPRINGS BROKEN AT TOP COILS ;- NEED RENEWING

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Oct 2011 79,895 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 76,496 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2009 72,287 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2009 72,287 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 10 Jun 2009 71,479 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2009 71,479 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Coolant leak

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

cooling fan not working

Pass 13 Jun 2008 66,189 miles

Nearside front tyre outer sidewall damaged

Rear number plate deteriorated

Pass 11 Sep 2007 61,776 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 56,018 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2005 47,973 miles

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 XRU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 LS51 XRU, 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 XRU registered?

LS51 XRU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 13 December 2001.

Is LS51 XRU safe to buy?

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