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FP51 XWT

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

114,364 mi
Last recorded114,364 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2018
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP51 XWT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2018 114,364 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2018 114,364 miles

Brake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick bothside (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (rear) (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire exhaust box shield (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 90,541 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2017 90,541 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both side (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 78,582 miles

both front tyres outer edge wear

Fail 28 Jun 2016 78,582 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

both front tyres outer edge wear

Pass 13 Jul 2015 77,615 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 76,621 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 74,819 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2012 74,816 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Sep 2011 73,803 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 72,313 miles

front manufactures badge missing

Fail 4 Sep 2010 72,313 miles

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

front manufactures badge missing

Pass 14 Aug 2009 69,701 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 61,926 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2007 57,274 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 52,112 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 42,416 miles

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

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

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 XWT is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XWT, 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.

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What year was FP51 XWT registered?

FP51 XWT is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 November 2001.

Is FP51 XWT safe to buy?

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