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AT51 BYM

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Beige Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2019
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

99,921 mi
Last recorded99,921 miles
Recorded on3 May 2018
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAT51 BYM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 May 2018 99,921 miles
Fail 1 May 2018 99,916 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Pass 7 Apr 2017 96,768 miles

Oil leak GEARBOX ()

Fail 5 Apr 2017 96,767 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported CENTRE / REAR HANGER MISSING (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure CUTS IN OUTER SIDEWALL (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt DROPLINK UPPER BOOT (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm CENTRE OF TYRE (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak GEARBOX ()

Pass 1 Apr 2016 88,544 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2016 88,544 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and deteriorated (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 85,950 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 82,194 miles

crackes in both rear tyres

rear exhurst braket broken

Fail 27 Sep 2013 76,554 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 76,554 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 76,377 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2013 76,377 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Apr 2012 72,843 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 71,334 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 68,207 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 67,569 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 62,479 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 54,745 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 49,619 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 44,197 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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AT51 BYM is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Beige with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 AT51 BYM, 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

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What year was AT51 BYM registered?

AT51 BYM is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 September 2001.

Is AT51 BYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AT51 BYM shows 20 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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