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LY51 KVZ

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

64,099 mi
Last recorded64,099 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY51 KVZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,898cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2016 64,099 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 61,944 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Oct 2014 59,404 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Fail 16 Oct 2014 59,404 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2013 56,688 miles

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

o/s/r bump stop worn

Fail 25 Oct 2012 53,750 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 53,750 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Pass 20 Oct 2011 50,754 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2010 47,533 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 43,732 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 38,525 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2007 32,360 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 25,320 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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LY51 KVZ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LY51 KVZ, 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 LY51 KVZ registered?

LY51 KVZ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 4 December 2001.

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The MOT history for LY51 KVZ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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