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AO51 CVZ

2001 Mercedes Unknown

White Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2026
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

421,694 mi
Last recorded421,694 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes Unknown132,999 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO51 CVZ
MakeMercedes
ModelUnknown
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 19 Mar 2026 421,694 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Air/vacuum reservoir slightly corroded (1.1.9 (a) (ii))

Steering box has seepage Light misting (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2025 420,702 miles

Air tank starting to corrode

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Fail 9 Oct 2024 420,581 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (1.1.3 (d))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Air Tanks starting to corrode

Front Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Nearside Amber marker light inop

Pass 5 Oct 2023 417,943 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 416,532 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes Unknown?

Based on 11,881 MOT tests across 4,378 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
3,416
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
4,378
On UK Roads
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AO51 CVZ is a 2001 Mercedes Unknown in White with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 132,999 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The Mercedes Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 25 years old, this Mercedes Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AO51 CVZ?

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What year was AO51 CVZ registered?

AO51 CVZ is a 2001 Mercedes Unknown, first registered on 4 October 2001.

Is AO51 CVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO51 CVZ shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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