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LT51 LFY

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

76,636 mi
Last recorded76,636 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2019
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT51 LFY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2019 76,636 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2019 76,606 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Jan 2018 75,030 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 69,936 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 63,194 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 4 Nov 2014 55,456 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 49,739 miles

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

Fail 23 Oct 2013 49,612 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Pass 5 Nov 2012 43,435 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2012 43,435 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 Oct 2011 36,457 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 32,401 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 28,860 miles

Both rear tyres perished to the minimum standard.

Pass 12 Jun 2008 27,563 miles

Both rear tyres starting to crack.

Fail 12 Jun 2008 27,563 miles

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

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

Both rear tyres starting to crack.

Pass 18 Jun 2007 25,771 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 24,360 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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LT51 LFY is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 LT51 LFY, 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

How do I check the history of LT51 LFY?

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What year was LT51 LFY registered?

LT51 LFY is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 22 November 2001.

Is LT51 LFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT51 LFY shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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