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FM51 ZNY

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

75,141 mi
Last recorded75,141 miles
Recorded on6 May 2010
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM51 ZNY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2010 75,141 miles

COVERS FITTED NOT ALLOWING FULL INSPECTION

N/S+OS HEADLAMP BRACKETS BROKEN,REPAIRED USING METAL BRACKETS

NSF TYRE CRACKED

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

REAR SEATBELTS BUCKLE CASING BROKEN

REAR SEATS HAVE BEEN REMOVED

Fail 29 Apr 2010 75,101 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e) DANGEROUS

COVERS FITTED NOT ALLOWING FULL INSPECTION

N/S+OS HEADLAMP BRACKETS BROKEN,REPAIRED USING METAL BRACKETS

NSF TYRE CRACKED

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

REAR SEATBELTS BUCKLE CASING BROKEN

REAR SEATS HAVE BEEN REMOVED

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

Pass 8 Jul 2008 76,143 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 69,849 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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FM51 ZNY is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FM51 ZNY, 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 FM51 ZNY?

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What year was FM51 ZNY registered?

FM51 ZNY is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 September 2001.

Is FM51 ZNY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM51 ZNY shows 4 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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