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EU51 CXT

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2027
Tests33 (21 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

90,040 mi
Last recorded90,040 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU51 CXT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

21 pass 12 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2026 90,040 miles

Offside front fog lamp unit missing

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2025 89,765 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2025 89,765 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2024 89,485 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2024 89,485 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 88,902 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2023 88,902 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 88,159 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2022 88,159 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2021 86,640 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2021 86,640 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 85,235 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2020 85,235 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 82,711 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2019 82,711 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 81,644 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2018 81,644 miles

Rear Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 80,399 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2017 80,399 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 78,748 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2016 78,748 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2015 77,427 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 75,191 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 72,881 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 69,462 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 65,159 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 20 Sep 2010 58,205 miles

Large engine under tray fitted, could not see all engine components

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2009 53,088 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2008 47,206 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

engine mangment warning light on

Pass 19 Sep 2008 47,206 miles

engine mangment warning light on

Pass 21 Sep 2007 41,723 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2006 35,618 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2006 35,618 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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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EU51 CXT is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 33 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EU51 CXT, 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 EU51 CXT registered?

EU51 CXT is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is EU51 CXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU51 CXT shows 33 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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