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NV51 LKU

2001 Mercedes-benz A-class

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

85,942 mi
Last recorded85,942 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2015
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class67,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV51 LKU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 1 Jul 2015 85,942 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

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

Pass 14 May 2014 73,530 miles

rear exhaust hanger is broken from system

Fail 14 May 2014 73,530 miles

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

rear exhaust hanger is broken from system

Pass 5 Jun 2013 62,845 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

windscreen cracked along bottom

Fail 5 Jun 2013 62,837 miles

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

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Oil leak

Rear bumper insecure

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

windscreen cracked along bottom

Pass 14 Jun 2012 47,521 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 44,331 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Nov 2010 40,840 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 36,886 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2008 33,122 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 29,026 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 24,787 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2005 20,250 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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NV51 LKU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 NV51 LKU, 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 NV51 LKU?

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What year was NV51 LKU registered?

NV51 LKU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 12 December 2001.

Is NV51 LKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for NV51 LKU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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