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AP51 BNB

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

39,944 mi
Last recorded39,944 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP51 BNB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2017 39,944 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2017 39,944 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 39,335 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 38,795 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 36,555 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 34,918 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 33,072 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2010 29,610 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 26,912 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 24,420 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 22,147 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 20,120 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2005 17,446 miles

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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AP51 BNB is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AP51 BNB, 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.

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How do I check the history of AP51 BNB?

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What year was AP51 BNB registered?

AP51 BNB is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is AP51 BNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP51 BNB shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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