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CA51 LXR

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

110,385 mi
Last recorded110,385 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2021
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA51 LXR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2021 110,385 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 102,190 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 91,665 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 82,916 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 74,322 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 67,037 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2015 63,901 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2015 63,901 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2013 60,840 miles

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

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 10 Sep 2013 60,840 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 57,404 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2012 57,404 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 19 Sep 2011 55,031 miles

Nearside Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2011 55,031 miles

Nearside Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 15 Sep 2010 52,227 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 49,900 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 45,939 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 38,962 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 31,276 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2005 26,969 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2005 26,969 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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CA51 LXR is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 CA51 LXR, 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

How do I check the history of CA51 LXR?

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What year was CA51 LXR registered?

CA51 LXR is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 September 2001.

Is CA51 LXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA51 LXR shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CA51 LXR have outstanding finance?

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