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EX51 WHW

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2027
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

61,171 mi
Last recorded61,171 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX51 WHW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2026 61,171 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside+nearside (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened + corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed offside+nearside (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside+nearside (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear diff oil leak

bonnet damage

Fail 2 Sep 2026 61,169 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position not opening (3.1 (b) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside+nearside (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened + corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed offside+nearside (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside+nearside (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear diff oil leak

bonnet damage

Pass 9 Sep 2025 61,080 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))

Front bonnet damage

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced also build up corrosion suspension components nearside and offside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear diff oil leak

Pass 15 Aug 2024 60,929 miles

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

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

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both side (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front play in steering joint ( both side )

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))

Rear DIF LEAKING

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

Pass 18 Aug 2023 59,946 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2022 57,259 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Aug 2022 57,258 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 55,322 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 53,129 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 51,292 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 49,657 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 47,476 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 46,005 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 44,916 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Aug 2014 43,146 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Aug 2013 41,527 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 1 Sep 2012 39,187 miles

Centre exhaust mounting corroded

Diff oil leak

Pass 5 Sep 2011 36,757 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 33,815 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 31,084 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2008 27,373 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 23,688 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 20,399 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2005 16,477 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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EX51 WHW is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 EX51 WHW, 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 EX51 WHW?

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What year was EX51 WHW registered?

EX51 WHW is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 September 2001.

Is EX51 WHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX51 WHW shows 24 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.

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