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LT51 KFV

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2019
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT51 KFV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 16 May 2018
Pass 15 Jun 2017 96,364 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 2 Jun 2017 96,333 miles

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

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

Offside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 94,265 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

under tyres fitted

Fail 31 May 2016 94,265 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed perished (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

under tyres fitted

Pass 8 May 2015 93,211 miles
Pass 15 May 2014

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

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

Pass 30 May 2013 88,951 miles
Fail 28 May 2013 88,947 miles

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

Fail 28 May 2013 88,938 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

NSF Wiper blade slightly damaged

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

Pass 4 Jan 2012 83,020 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 3 Jan 2012 83,020 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Offside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Dec 2010 78,616 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 24 Dec 2010 78,616 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 4 Jan 2010 74,116 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 66,887 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2007 58,335 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

nail in o/s/r tyre & worn close to limit on inner edge

Pass 30 Oct 2007 58,335 miles

nail in o/s/r tyre & worn close to limit on inner edge

Pass 3 Oct 2006 50,266 miles

1,both side repeaters starting to show white light †2,nail in o/s/r tyre

Fail 3 Oct 2006 50,266 miles

1,both side repeaters starting to show white light †2,nail in o/s/r tyre

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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LT51 KFV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 LT51 KFV, 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 LT51 KFV registered?

LT51 KFV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 19 October 2001.

Is LT51 KFV safe to buy?

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