2001 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.6L Petrol · LX51 MVD
2001 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (1.6L, petrol). First registered 14 Dec 2001. Recorded mileage 38,589 miles. MOT valid until 03 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Sidcup (South East London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 38,589 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LX51 MVD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/12/2025
- 38,589 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LX51 MVD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (LX51 MVD) between November 2022 and December 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 04 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
LX51 MVD Mileage History
- 10/11/202238,165 mi
- 16/11/202338,381 mi+216 mi
- 11/11/202438,484 mi+103 mi
- 26/11/202538,589 mi+105 mi
- 04/12/202538,589 mi
Average of roughly 138 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz A-Class (W168)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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- Rear axle and floor corrosionSerious
Older W168s can corrode around the rear axle mounts and floor seams badly.
- CVT / Sequentronic gearbox failureSerious
The CVT and semi-automatic Sequentronic gearboxes can suffer from wear to the variator, clutch packs and mechatronic units. Repairs are often uneconomical on higher-mileage cars.
- Water ingress and electrical faultsModerate
Blocked sunroof drains and degraded door seals allow water into the cabin, which can corrode underfloor electronics and wiring connectors, causing random warning lights and intermittent faults.
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