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EF51 FDD

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

80,500 mi
Last recorded80,500 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2014
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF51 FDD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2014 80,500 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 72,316 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2011 58,571 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2010 49,105 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2010 43,275 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2010 43,275 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fail 9 Feb 2010 43,264 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 29 Oct 2008 38,632 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 31,709 miles

Osf tyre worn on outter and outer edge

Pass 18 Jul 2006 24,180 miles

fronr brake pad linning approx 85-90% worn low.

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 FDD is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 FDD, 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 FDD?

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What year was EF51 FDD registered?

EF51 FDD is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 November 2001.

Is EF51 FDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF51 FDD shows 10 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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