CarVerify

Free Car Check

CA51 MSV

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2685cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2019
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

164,870 mi
Last recorded164,870 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2018
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA51 MSV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2018 164,870 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 155,078 miles

rear diff casing slight oil leak evident

Pass 19 Oct 2016 151,810 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2016 151,810 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Oct 2015 146,417 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2014 139,616 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2013 126,853 miles

o/s/f drop link gaitor deteriated

Fail 9 Oct 2012 122,614 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

unable to see r/pads

Pass 9 Oct 2012 122,614 miles

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

unable to see r/pads

Pass 30 Sep 2011 115,699 miles

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

Fail 13 Sep 2010 102,033 miles

Nearside Rear 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)

Pass 13 Sep 2010 102,033 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2009 84,112 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Pass 16 Sep 2009 84,112 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2008 68,975 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Oct 2008 68,975 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2007 54,597 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 43,520 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2005 33,886 miles

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

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
Full Mercedes-benz C reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

CA51 MSV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 MSV, 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 MSV?

You can check the full history of CA51 MSV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was CA51 MSV registered?

CA51 MSV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 November 2001.

Is CA51 MSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA51 MSV shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CA51 MSV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on CA51 MSV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.