MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
175,629 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
both side repeator lens cracked
esp light on
front brake discs slightly lipped
repair to offside headlamp bracket
slight movement in steering rack
slight movement nearside front hub area
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
coolant light on
esp light on
front discs slightly lipped
n/s/f + o/s/f tyre outer edges
o/s + n/s mirror indicators cracked
parking brake light on dashboard , staying on
slight damage o/s/f + n/s/f outer side walls
slight damage o/s/f bumper + wing
slight movement in steering
Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
coolant light on
esp light on
front discs slightly lipped
n/s/f + o/s/f tyre outer edges
o/s + n/s mirror indicators cracked
parking brake light on dashboard , staying on
slight damage o/s/f + n/s/f outer side walls
slight damage o/s/f bumper + wing
slight movement in steering
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?
Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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57 EXU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 57 EXU, 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
How do I check the history of 57 EXU?
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What year was 57 EXU registered?
57 EXU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 2 March 2001.
Is 57 EXU safe to buy?
The MOT history for 57 EXU shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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