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2001 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.4L Petrol · LM51 RWZ

LM51 RWZ

2001 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (1.4L, petrol). First registered 07/12/2001. Recorded mileage 81,483 miles. MOT valid until 30/08/2027.

Make & Model
MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS
Year / Origin
2001 · Wimbledon (South London)
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 30/08/2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
81,483 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.4L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 30/08/2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2001
Engine
1397cc

LM51 RWZ Key Findings

  • 26 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 01/09/2026
  • 6 historical MOT failures
  • 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (29 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
80
/ 100 · Good
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Good

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

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! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
! Older vehicle
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LM51 RWZ Mileage History

  1. 04/01/200624,888 mi
  2. 15/01/200729,383 mi+4,495 mi
  3. 28/02/200838,550 mi+9,167 mi
  4. 01/03/200838,550 mi
  5. 30/03/200945,411 mi+6,861 mi
  6. 31/03/200945,415 mi+4 mi
  7. 05/05/201052,119 mi+6,704 mi
  8. 09/05/201155,552 mi+3,433 mi
  9. 16/05/201256,983 mi+1,431 mi
  10. 16/05/201256,985 mi+2 mi
  11. 23/05/201360,397 mi+3,412 mi
  12. 13/06/201463,679 mi+3,282 mi
  13. 18/06/201567,346 mi+3,667 mi
  14. 28/06/2018176,832 mi+109,486 mi
  15. 29/06/2018176,833 mi+1 mi
  16. 31/10/202381,462 mi-95,371 mi
  17. 17/11/202381,483 mi+21 mi

Average of roughly 3,167 miles per year across 17 recorded odometer readings.

Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.

LM51 RWZ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 7 Oct 2026, 09:43
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

26 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (LM51 RWZ) between January 2006 and September 2026.

The record contains 20 passes and 6 failures.

The most recent test on 01 September 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (29 issues), Suspension (15 issues), Lighting (9 issues), Tyres (8 issues), Windscreen (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 49 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))”; “Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))”; “Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))”.

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