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AP51 HXM

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

129,667 mi
Last recorded129,667 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2019
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP51 HXM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2019 129,667 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 25 Sep 2019 129,658 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Both lower suspension arm ball joints worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 125,140 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill under damaged trim (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 121,427 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 114,892 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2016 114,891 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2015 106,981 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 104,549 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2014 104,549 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2013 100,943 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2013 100,943 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2012 96,223 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 92,020 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 87,061 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 81,418 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 74,092 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 66,266 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 55,549 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 HXM is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 HXM, 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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What year was AP51 HXM registered?

AP51 HXM is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 September 2001.

Is AP51 HXM safe to buy?

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