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57 EXU

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

175,629 mi
Last recorded175,629 miles
Recorded on31 May 2014
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration57 EXU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2014 175,629 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2013 171,842 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 168,295 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2009 161,259 miles

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

Fail 21 Oct 2009 161,259 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2007 151,115 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 140,227 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2006 140,227 miles

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.

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
Full Mercedes-benz C reliability report

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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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