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DC51 HCC

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

113,553 mi
Last recorded113,553 miles
Recorded on25 May 2023
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC51 HCC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 May 2023 113,553 miles
Pass 28 May 2022 113,014 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 112,731 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 112,587 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 110,974 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

both front wipers smeary

Fail 12 Nov 2018 110,974 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Steering wheel rim loose (2.2.1 (c) (i))

both front wipers smeary

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2017 109,245 miles

both front wipers could be better

nearside front tyre has a cut on outer side wall

Pass 15 Nov 2016 108,474 miles

both front wipers could be better

Pass 23 Nov 2015 107,784 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured both sides (1.4.A.2f)

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

offside rear shock absorber is weak

Fail 23 Nov 2015 107,784 miles

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

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured both sides (1.4.A.2f)

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

offside rear shock absorber is weak

Pass 1 Dec 2014 106,701 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2014 106,701 miles

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

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 14 Nov 2013 105,308 miles

blower fan is noisy

offside rear shock absorber has damping effect

service warning light displayed

Fail 12 Nov 2013 105,308 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

blower fan is noisy

offside rear shock absorber has damping effect

service warning light displayed

Pass 29 Nov 2012 104,068 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 29 Nov 2012 104,068 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2011 100,199 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

gearbox oil leak

Pass 11 Nov 2010 90,071 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Nov 2009 80,689 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 76,144 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 70,543 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2006 60,546 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)

nearside front indicator not working refitted

nearside rear foot and hand brake slightly down on effort advise

Pass 23 Nov 2005 49,839 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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DC51 HCC is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 DC51 HCC, 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.

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What year was DC51 HCC registered?

DC51 HCC is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is DC51 HCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DC51 HCC shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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