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EF51 LTU

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

25,754 mi
Last recorded25,754 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF51 LTU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2026 25,754 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2025 25,530 miles

subframe slightly corroded

Pass 26 Sep 2024 25,207 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 24,827 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 24,310 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2021 23,887 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 23,417 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 23,019 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 22,460 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 21,731 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2016 21,073 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2015 20,654 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 19,526 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013

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

Offside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 8 Oct 2012 18,421 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 17,688 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 16,589 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 15,416 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 15 Oct 2008 14,800 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Oct 2008 14,800 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2007 12,667 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2007 12,679 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 Oct 2006 10,738 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 LTU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 EF51 LTU, 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 LTU?

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What year was EF51 LTU registered?

EF51 LTU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 November 2001.

Is EF51 LTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF51 LTU shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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