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CE51 HKA

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

82,313 mi
Last recorded82,313 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2022
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE51 HKA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Fail 22 Feb 2022 82,313 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Position lamp showing white light to the rear lense broken (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2021 81,386 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 78,774 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 75,500 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2019 75,498 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded main (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded main (1.1.11 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2017 66,783 miles

Offside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 1 Feb 2016 63,400 miles

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

under bonnet plastic covers

under trays fitted under floor

Fail 1 Feb 2016 63,400 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

under bonnet plastic covers

under trays fitted under floor

Pass 9 Feb 2015 54,200 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 52,767 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2014 52,767 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2013 42,578 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 39,450 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 37,929 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 35,612 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 34,391 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 32,768 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 30,301 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 26,539 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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CE51 HKA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 CE51 HKA, 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 CE51 HKA?

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What year was CE51 HKA registered?

CE51 HKA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 September 2001.

Is CE51 HKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE51 HKA shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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