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CE51 HRK

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

128,358 mi
Last recorded128,358 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2018
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE51 HRK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2018 128,358 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 118,317 miles

parking brake only just met requirements 18%

Pass 10 May 2016 106,245 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 94,375 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 82,995 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 72,972 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 63,791 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 55,096 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 51,336 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2010 51,336 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 13 Aug 2009 45,082 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

n/s/f tca bush cracking

n/s/f tyre balding outer edge

o/s/f tca bush cracking

o/s/r tyre on legal limit of 1.6mm

Fail 13 Aug 2009 45,083 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

n/s/f tca bush cracking

n/s/f tyre balding outer edge

o/s/f tca bush cracking

o/s/r tyre on legal limit of 1.6mm

Pass 13 Jun 2008 38,120 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 31,210 miles

engine management light on

Pass 6 Jun 2006 25,847 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 HRK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 CE51 HRK, 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 HRK?

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What year was CE51 HRK registered?

CE51 HRK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 September 2001.

Is CE51 HRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE51 HRK shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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