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DN51 YYW

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2025
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

67,909 mi
Last recorded67,909 miles
Recorded on21 May 2024
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN51 YYW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 May 2024 67,909 miles

EML LIGHT ON DASH

Fail 21 May 2024 67,908 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre date code illegible or not visible on a tyre fitted to a rear axle on a minibus with a single wheel fitment (5.2.3 (n) (ii))

EML LIGHT ON DASH

Pass 15 May 2023 63,632 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 60,147 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 58,329 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 May 2020 56,505 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2019 53,370 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 May 2019 53,370 miles

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

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2018 50,307 miles

brake pipes corroding

rear brake pads worn low

rear tyres tread wearing low on outer edges

Pass 26 May 2017 47,156 miles

rear brake pads and discs worn

rear tyres tread wearing slightly on edges

Pass 27 Jun 2016 44,707 miles

front brake discs corroding on inner surfaces

Pass 20 Jul 2015 40,934 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2015 40,934 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

o/s/r tyre outer edge of tread/sidewall cracking/splitting slightly

Pass 4 Jul 2014 38,884 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/r tyre outer sidewall/edge of tread perished and starting to split

Pass 12 Jul 2013 37,647 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 36,475 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2012 36,475 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

both front, and nsr tyres perished and tread getting low.

Pass 1 Jul 2011 34,737 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

N/S/R tyre 2-3mm on outer edge

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

O/S/F tyre tread getting low 3-4mm

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

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

both door mirrors slightly insecure

brake fluid in a dirty condition

Fail 1 Jul 2011 34,737 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

N/S/R tyre 2-3mm on outer edge

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

O/S/F tyre tread getting low 3-4mm

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

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

both door mirrors slightly insecure

brake fluid in a dirty condition

Pass 14 Jul 2010 30,782 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 29,060 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 26,309 miles

n/s/f tyre has deep cut to outer sidewall

Fail 18 Jul 2008 26,309 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s/f tyre has deep cut to outer sidewall

Pass 16 Jul 2007 24,170 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 18,681 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2005 15,871 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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DN51 YYW is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 DN51 YYW, 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 DN51 YYW?

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What year was DN51 YYW registered?

DN51 YYW is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 December 2001.

Is DN51 YYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN51 YYW shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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