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EU51 DCZ

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

299,131 mi
Last recorded299,131 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2015
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU51 DCZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2015 299,131 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2014 163,750 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Jun 2014 163,749 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

Pass 19 Jun 2013 151,063 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 141,376 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 3 Sep 2011 137,951 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 131,261 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 131,259 miles

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

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

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

unable to fully inspect rear coil springs

Pass 3 Sep 2009 122,020 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2008 115,191 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 108,596 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2007 108,596 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

air filter housing loose and rattling

fan belt cracked and suspect tensioner faulty

Pass 1 Dec 2006 102,550 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2005 81,587 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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EU51 DCZ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 EU51 DCZ, 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 EU51 DCZ?

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What year was EU51 DCZ registered?

EU51 DCZ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 October 2001.

Is EU51 DCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU51 DCZ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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