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BN51 XVC

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

44,045 mi
Last recorded44,045 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 44,045 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2024 44,014 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 43,726 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 43,297 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2022 43,297 miles

Headlamp aim too high Both. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 42,672 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2020 42,067 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 41,357 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 40,184 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 37,554 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 35,091 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 33,352 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 32,290 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 30,630 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 28,173 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 26,212 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 24,893 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 23,599 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 21,206 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 19,466 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2007 19,465 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Sep 2006 16,273 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 XVC is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BN51 XVC, 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 XVC registered?

BN51 XVC is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 September 2001.

Is BN51 XVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN51 XVC shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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