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FH51 DGZ

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2016
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

198,772 mi
Last recorded198,772 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2015
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH51 DGZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 28 Oct 2015 198,772 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 195,745 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 191,642 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 187,523 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 183,088 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 29 Oct 2010 178,024 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 29 Oct 2009 171,448 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 165,153 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 160,415 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 153,063 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2005 146,579 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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FH51 DGZ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FH51 DGZ, 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 FH51 DGZ?

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What year was FH51 DGZ registered?

FH51 DGZ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 September 2001.

Is FH51 DGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH51 DGZ shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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