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AV51 AZN

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

71,968 mi
Last recorded71,968 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2022
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV51 AZN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2022 71,968 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Aug 2022 71,968 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 64,253 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Various components. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Under tray fitted obscuring some components.

Pass 20 Aug 2020 63,951 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 20 Aug 2020 63,947 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Aug 2019 62,292 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Underbody covers fitted

Pass 2 Aug 2018 61,654 miles

Brake hose slightly damaged All (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Engine covers fitted not allowing inspection of some components

Undertrays fitted not allowing inspection of some components

Pass 10 Aug 2017 61,048 miles

Engine covers fitted not allowing inspection of some components

Undertrays fitted not allowing inspection of some components

Pass 25 Jul 2016 60,008 miles

Vehicles internal headlamp adjuster moved to re-inspect headlamp aims

Engine covers fitted not allowing inspection of some components

Undertrays fitted not allowing inspection of some components

Pass 27 Jul 2015 58,961 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside front drop link has very slight play

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jul 2014 57,882 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Jul 2013 55,922 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Aug 2012 52,740 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 48,623 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front brake disc's have slight lips

Pass 26 Jul 2010 44,990 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front pads and discs slightly worn

Pass 24 Jul 2009 41,361 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Jul 2008 37,941 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 33,922 miles

(1) Rear diff pinion seal leaking. †(2) Rear exhaust mounting braket broken (exhaust secure)

Pass 22 Aug 2006 29,095 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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AV51 AZN is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 AV51 AZN, 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 AV51 AZN registered?

AV51 AZN is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is AV51 AZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV51 AZN shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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