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BG51 XTC

2001 Mercedes-benz C 320

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2010
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

40,256 mi
Last recorded40,256 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2009
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C 32079,816 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG51 XTC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC 320
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2009 40,256 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2009 40,253 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 10 Oct 2008 35,312 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 32,609 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 27,929 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2005 22,987 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C 320?

Based on 72,432 MOT tests across 4,550 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
5,922
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
4,550
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,754
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,071
coil spring broken 970
coil spring fractured 791
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 733
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BG51 XTC is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C 320 in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz C 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 79,816 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C 320 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,754 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG51 XTC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C 320 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this Mercedes-benz C 320 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG51 XTC registered?

BG51 XTC is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C 320, first registered on 2 November 2001.

Is BG51 XTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG51 XTC shows 6 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.

Does BG51 XTC have outstanding finance?

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