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EF51 FDK

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

184,084 mi
Last recorded184,084 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2018
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF51 FDK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2018 184,084 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 175,266 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all pipes over rear sub frame (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both inner bushes (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2016 166,786 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 158,756 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 149,238 miles

slight play in offside front wheel bearing

Fail 19 Aug 2013 139,783 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2013 139,783 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 126,695 miles

off side front anti roll bar link cover splitting

Fail 15 Aug 2012 126,695 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

off side front anti roll bar link cover splitting

Pass 11 Sep 2010 109,787 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Nov 2009 102,141 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Nov 2008 90,770 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 79,408 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 66,263 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2005 54,174 miles

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

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

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 FDK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 FDK, 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 EF51 FDK registered?

EF51 FDK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 December 2001.

Is EF51 FDK safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF51 FDK shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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