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FP51 KFT

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Purple Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

153,081 mi
Last recorded153,081 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2019
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP51 KFT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2019 153,081 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 145,414 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 132,472 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 122,769 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 113,466 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 106,836 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2014 106,836 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2013 100,183 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Sep 2012 96,616 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Sep 2011 93,037 miles

REAR DIFFERENTIAL LEAKING OIL - SUSPECT O/S SEAL WORN

Fail 28 Sep 2011 93,037 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

REAR DIFFERENTIAL LEAKING OIL - SUSPECT O/S SEAL WORN

Pass 24 Sep 2010 88,962 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 83,999 miles

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

rear diff leaking fluid

Pass 29 Sep 2008 79,548 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2007 75,819 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 71,351 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2005 66,948 miles

Nsf wheel bearing has a mild amount of play

Underside inspection impeeded by floorpan undertrays

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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FP51 KFT is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Purple with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 FP51 KFT, 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 FP51 KFT registered?

FP51 KFT is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 October 2001.

Is FP51 KFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP51 KFT shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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