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BD51 XJO

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

103,718 mi
Last recorded103,718 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2015
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD51 XJO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2015 103,718 miles

General corrosion to underside

Nearside front tyre outer edge feathering

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Slight oil leak at rear axle

Pass 28 Apr 2014 95,959 miles

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

both front tyres wearing low

several dents & scratches around vehicle

unable to fully inspect underside plastic covers fitted

Pass 5 Jan 2013 88,233 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2011 83,371 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 29 Nov 2011 83,371 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2010 68,550 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

rear diff oil leak

Pass 5 Dec 2008 54,344 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2008 54,344 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2007 48,204 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 43,516 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Nov 2005 37,598 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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BD51 XJO is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BD51 XJO, 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 BD51 XJO?

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What year was BD51 XJO registered?

BD51 XJO is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 December 2001.

Is BD51 XJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD51 XJO shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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