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LT51 MGV

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

83,072 mi
Last recorded83,072 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT51 MGV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2016 83,072 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2015 78,855 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 72,353 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 66,506 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 61,454 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2011 59,944 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2011 59,920 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2010 53,209 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 50,345 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 41,822 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2006 33,723 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2006 33,674 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 7 Dec 2005 25,589 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2005 25,589 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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 MGV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 MGV, 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 LT51 MGV registered?

LT51 MGV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 12 December 2001.

Is LT51 MGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT51 MGV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LT51 MGV have outstanding finance?

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