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FG51 MGU

2001 Mercedes-benz V

Silver Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

145,143 mi
Last recorded145,143 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz V103,876 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG51 MGU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelV
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2017 145,143 miles

corrosion to underside

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 May 2014 165,410 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 99,481 miles

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 88,133 miles

ADVISE BOTH FRONT TYRES INNER AND OUTER EDGES

ADVISE FRONT NUMBER PLATE

ADVISE FRONT PADS

ADVISE O/SIDE REAR LAMP LENSE CRACKED

AQDVISE FRONT WIPERS

Oil leak

Fail 13 Aug 2008 88,130 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

ADVISE BOTH FRONT TYRES INNER AND OUTER EDGES

ADVISE FRONT NUMBER PLATE

ADVISE FRONT PADS

ADVISE O/SIDE REAR LAMP LENSE CRACKED

AQDVISE FRONT WIPERS

Oil leak

Pass 22 Aug 2007 82,389 miles

Offside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 11 Aug 2006 70,436 miles

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

advise o/s/r light lens has a slight crack to the lens, (no white light showing).

advise rear bumper missing,(no sharp edges showing).

Fail 9 Aug 2006 70,433 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

advise o/s/r light lens has a slight crack to the lens, no white light showing

advise rear bumper missing,no sharp edges showing.

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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FG51 MGU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz V in Silver with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 FG51 MGU, 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

How do I check the history of FG51 MGU?

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What year was FG51 MGU registered?

FG51 MGU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz V, first registered on 7 December 2001.

Is FG51 MGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG51 MGU shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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