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LX51 WPW

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2015
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

88,337 mi
Last recorded88,337 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2014
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX51 WPW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2014 88,337 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Mar 2013 79,906 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 15 Mar 2013 79,906 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Feb 2012 73,659 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 68,205 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2011 68,205 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2010 62,265 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 18 Feb 2010 62,265 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Lower Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Offside Rear Lower Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2009 55,952 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2009 55,938 miles

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

Fail 18 Mar 2008 47,393 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2008 47,393 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 33,613 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2007 33,613 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2006 30,286 miles

Offside front tyre has signs of cracking on the wall

Pass 27 Sep 2005 18,257 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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LX51 WPW is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 LX51 WPW, 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 LX51 WPW?

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What year was LX51 WPW registered?

LX51 WPW is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 21 September 2001.

Is LX51 WPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX51 WPW shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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