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BN51 HTA

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2020
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

98,401 mi
Last recorded98,401 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2019
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN51 HTA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2019 98,401 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 93,931 miles

advise reaea brake pads low nsf tyer low tread

Fail 21 May 2018 93,931 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

advise reaea brake pads low nsf tyer low tread

Pass 17 May 2017 90,049 miles

front lower arms slight play

Fail 17 May 2017 90,049 miles

Rear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

front lower arms slight play

Pass 18 May 2016 85,612 miles
Fail 18 May 2016 85,612 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 May 2015 80,847 miles
Fail 20 May 2015 80,847 miles

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

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 May 2014 75,846 miles

advise tyers low

Pass 17 Jun 2013 71,184 miles

car been standing week exust pipe

Pass 22 May 2012 66,046 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 60,484 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 55,785 miles

front road spring seat osf

Pass 23 May 2009 50,201 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 45,205 miles
Fail 24 May 2008 45,205 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Apr 2007 41,750 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2007 41,750 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 38,372 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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BN51 HTA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 BN51 HTA, 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 BN51 HTA registered?

BN51 HTA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 September 2001.

Is BN51 HTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN51 HTA shows 20 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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