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EF51 CZL

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

119,992 mi
Last recorded119,992 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF51 CZL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2026 119,992 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2025 116,032 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner diff seal is seeping oil

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2024 112,160 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Mar 2023 107,109 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Oct 2021 101,244 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 99,691 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 97,274 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive dif seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 95,741 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 94,647 miles

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

o/s/r dif seal starting to leak

Pass 1 Sep 2016 91,408 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 88,546 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2015 88,546 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Fail 10 Sep 2014 84,670 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 84,670 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2013 79,673 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 9 Oct 2013 79,673 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2013 79,658 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 7 Nov 2012 74,260 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 69,077 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 63,021 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 53,341 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 44,786 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2008 44,786 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2007 36,343 miles

NEAR SIDE FRONT TYRE OUTER WALL SLIGHT CUT

Pass 16 Oct 2006 28,731 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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EF51 CZL is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EF51 CZL, 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 EF51 CZL?

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What year was EF51 CZL registered?

EF51 CZL is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 November 2001.

Is EF51 CZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF51 CZL shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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