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CA51 MKF

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2025
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

138,176 mi
Last recorded138,176 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2024
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA51 MKF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2024 138,176 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2023 134,947 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Dec 2022 131,930 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2021 129,799 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 128,165 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2019 125,618 miles

undertrays fitted not allowing inspection above

Pass 9 Nov 2018 120,763 miles

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

Fail 9 Nov 2018 120,763 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Pass 8 Nov 2017 118,222 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both worn on edges (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both side walls cracking (4.1.E.1)

engine light on in dash

Pass 1 Nov 2016 114,807 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both wearing on edges (4.1.E.1)

Front wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

Fail 1 Nov 2016 114,807 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both wearing on edges (4.1.E.1)

Front wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

Pass 21 Nov 2015 110,616 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 108,240 miles

Nearside Outer Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 2 Jun 2014 108,195 miles

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

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

Offside 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)

Nearside Outer Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Outer Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 99,069 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 5 Jun 2013 99,069 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2012 91,161 miles

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

Offside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 May 2011 135,512 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 76,316 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 70,380 miles

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

Fail 12 Nov 2007 62,051 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 12 Nov 2007 62,051 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 52,592 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2005 44,380 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2005 44,374 miles

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

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

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

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

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 MKF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 MKF, 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 CA51 MKF registered?

CA51 MKF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 December 2001.

Is CA51 MKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA51 MKF shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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