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EU51 XJG

2001 Mercedes-benz V

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

46,810 mi
Last recorded46,810 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2020
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz V103,876 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU51 XJG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelV
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2020 46,810 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Oct 2019 41,857 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 35,808 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 35,200 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2017 35,200 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Dec 2015 34,110 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2015 33,114 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 33,114 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 32,650 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2013 32,650 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2013 31,869 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2011 28,887 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Sep 2011 28,887 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 27,361 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2010 27,361 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Oct 2009 26,427 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 24,200 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 23,092 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

Pass 31 Aug 2006 21,580 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2005 18,229 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz V?

Based on 145,330 MOT tests across 14,984 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
9,290
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
14,984
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,393
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,912
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,745
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,724
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 1,893
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EU51 XJG is a 2001 Mercedes-benz V in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz V models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 103,876 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz V fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 4,393 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EU51 XJG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz V typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 25 years old, this Mercedes-benz V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EU51 XJG registered?

EU51 XJG is a 2001 Mercedes-benz V, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is EU51 XJG safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU51 XJG shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EU51 XJG have outstanding finance?

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