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CK51 FPA

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

133,668 mi
Last recorded133,668 miles
Recorded on13 May 2015
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK51 FPA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2015 133,668 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 119,316 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 109,847 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

N/S/F headlight has condensation on lens

Nearside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

Nearside Rear Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

No plate lights dirty

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

Pass 20 Dec 2012 105,753 miles

front no plate damaged

nearside front fog lamp not working

Fail 20 Dec 2012 105,753 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

front no plate damaged

nearside front fog lamp not working

Pass 22 Dec 2011 98,033 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)

os mirror damaged

Pass 8 Oct 2010 91,123 miles

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

noise from engine inner cooler air intake pipe

Fail 8 Oct 2010 91,123 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

noise from engine inner cooler air intake pipe

Pass 18 Sep 2009 79,044 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 71,359 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 64,577 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 59,937 miles

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

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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CK51 FPA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 CK51 FPA, 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 CK51 FPA?

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What year was CK51 FPA registered?

CK51 FPA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 November 2001.

Is CK51 FPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for CK51 FPA shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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