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EA51 OMF

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2020
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

117,959 mi
Last recorded117,959 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2019
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA51 OMF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2019 117,959 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 116,232 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 114,409 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 112,044 miles

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

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 108,712 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2014 108,708 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 11 Nov 2013 105,030 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 101,085 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 96,459 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 94,264 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 86,147 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2009 135,376 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)

Pass 21 Oct 2008 112,919 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2008 117,919 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 26 Oct 2007 100,190 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2006 73,247 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

Pass 23 Oct 2006 73,247 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2005 47,148 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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EA51 OMF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 EA51 OMF, 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 EA51 OMF registered?

EA51 OMF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 October 2001.

Is EA51 OMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA51 OMF shows 18 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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