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AX51 EZJ

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

86,592 mi
Last recorded86,592 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2025
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX51 EZJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2025 86,592 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2024 86,306 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2023 86,080 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2023 86,080 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2022 85,794 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 85,017 miles

all rear brake pipes have been greased

rear diff has slight oil leak

Pass 3 Feb 2020 84,287 miles

centre to rear exhaust joint clamp has crack but still secure

rear metal brake pipes greased

Pass 12 Feb 2019 83,089 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 80,785 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2018 80,776 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

o/s/f tyre worn on edges

Pass 9 Feb 2017 78,497 miles

both near side tyres worn on edges

rear diff oil seals are leaking

Pass 6 Feb 2016 76,388 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 73,267 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2014 70,774 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2013 67,794 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 64,160 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2012 64,106 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 12 Feb 2011 60,475 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2009 56,132 miles

o/s/f antiroll link has slight play

the rear diff seals are leaking

Pass 17 Dec 2008 52,427 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 48,479 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2007 48,479 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 18 Dec 2006 37,205 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2005 27,423 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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AX51 EZJ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AX51 EZJ, 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

How do I check the history of AX51 EZJ?

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What year was AX51 EZJ registered?

AX51 EZJ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 December 2001.

Is AX51 EZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX51 EZJ shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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