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EU51 EVC

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2016
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

37,708 mi
Last recorded37,708 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2015
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU51 EVC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2015 37,708 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 32,305 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2013 23,618 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 23,314 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2012 21,809 miles

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

Fail 21 Aug 2012 21,809 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Aug 2011 20,051 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 18,470 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 16,122 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 13,899 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 11,246 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 8,724 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 EVC is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 EU51 EVC, 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 EVC?

You can check the full history of EU51 EVC by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was EU51 EVC registered?

EU51 EVC is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 3 September 2001.

Is EU51 EVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU51 EVC shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EU51 EVC have outstanding finance?

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