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01L1821

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2014
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

126,675 mi
Last recorded126,675 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2013
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration01L1821
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 23 Apr 2013 126,675 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?

Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
6,412
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
683,668
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 240,078
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 76,831
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 67,503
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,298
coil spring broken 61,560
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01L1821 is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 86,614 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 240,078 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 01L1821, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 25 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 01L1821 registered?

01L1821 is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 May 2001.

Is 01L1821 safe to buy?

The MOT history for 01L1821 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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