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FG51 MFP

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

126,515 mi
Last recorded126,515 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG51 MFP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2017 126,515 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 123,577 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 120,065 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 114,268 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 111,318 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 106,984 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 98,684 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 91,941 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 91,928 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2009 81,407 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 80,685 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 15 Feb 2007 80,360 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2005 76,199 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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FG51 MFP is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FG51 MFP, 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

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What year was FG51 MFP registered?

FG51 MFP is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 November 2001.

Is FG51 MFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG51 MFP shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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