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BF51 OYO

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

178,846 mi
Last recorded178,846 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2012
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF51 OYO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2012 178,846 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jan 2011 152,470 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 25 Jan 2011 152,470 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Lower coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 15 Dec 2009 125,000 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2009 125,000 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Nov 2008 102,861 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 81,680 miles

front wipers slightly worn

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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BF51 OYO is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BF51 OYO, 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 BF51 OYO registered?

BF51 OYO is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 September 2001.

Is BF51 OYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF51 OYO shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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