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DY51 HWG

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

104,316 mi
Last recorded104,316 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2015
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY51 HWG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2015 104,316 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine managment light on

Pass 22 Aug 2014 83,555 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 78,028 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 72,784 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2012 72,783 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Oct 2011 69,816 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2011 69,732 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2010 66,550 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2009 63,377 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 59,853 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2007 56,187 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Aug 2006 47,237 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2006 47,237 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 31 Aug 2005 39,550 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2005 39,550 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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DY51 HWG is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 DY51 HWG, 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

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What year was DY51 HWG registered?

DY51 HWG is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is DY51 HWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY51 HWG shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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