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FV51 EKD

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

106,977 mi
Last recorded106,977 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2010
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV51 EKD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2010 106,977 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Sep 2009 89,761 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 76,239 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 66,068 miles

UNDERBODY STEEL BRAKE PIPES BLISTERING WITH CORROSION

Pass 5 Sep 2006 56,214 miles

FRONT AND REAR STEEL BRAKE PIPES BLISTERING WITH CORROSION WHERE THEY JOIN FLEXIBLE HOSES

REAR TYRE TREAD DEPTHS LOW

Fail 30 Aug 2006 56,013 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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FV51 EKD is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FV51 EKD, 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 FV51 EKD registered?

FV51 EKD is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 December 2001.

Is FV51 EKD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV51 EKD shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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