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BG51 FHF

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

152,534 mi
Last recorded152,534 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2018
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG51 FHF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 25 Sep 2018 152,534 miles

O/S/F TYRE LOW ON EDGES

Pass 23 Sep 2017 142,267 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 26 Sep 2016 137,988 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195/65/15 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 133,841 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 128,532 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 123,518 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 117,684 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 113,558 miles

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

offside rear tyre cracks inbetween tread and on 3mm

Pass 30 Sep 2010 109,119 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 104,881 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 94,349 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 88,528 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2005 75,661 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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BG51 FHF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BG51 FHF, 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 BG51 FHF registered?

BG51 FHF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 3 December 2001.

Is BG51 FHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG51 FHF shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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