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FB51 GUO

2001 Mercedes-benz C 320

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2021
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

118,954 mi
Last recorded118,954 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2020
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C 32079,816 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB51 GUO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC 320
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2020 118,954 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 117,898 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn

Pass 17 Dec 2018 115,713 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 112,357 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2017 112,356 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Dec 2016 104,540 miles

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

oil leak from autobox

Pass 22 Dec 2015 100,045 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 92,711 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 84,280 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 76,956 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 69,721 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 25 Oct 2011 69,690 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 25 Oct 2010 61,944 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 54,560 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 46,347 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 39,181 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 32,340 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 21 Oct 2005 25,559 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C 320?

Based on 72,432 MOT tests across 4,550 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
5,922
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
4,550
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,754
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,071
coil spring broken 970
coil spring fractured 791
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 733
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FB51 GUO is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C 320 in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz C 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 79,816 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C 320 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,754 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FB51 GUO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C 320 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this Mercedes-benz C 320 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FB51 GUO registered?

FB51 GUO is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C 320, first registered on 28 November 2001.

Is FB51 GUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FB51 GUO shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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