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FX51 LBC

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2021
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

91,424 mi
Last recorded91,424 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2020
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX51 LBC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2020 91,424 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 90,517 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 89,148 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 87,275 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 81,234 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2016 81,049 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2015 74,108 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 67,048 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 59,595 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 52,007 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 43,928 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 36,472 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 30,316 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2008 27,474 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 24,507 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 20,965 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

small cut to nearside front tyre

Pass 30 Aug 2005 17,793 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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FX51 LBC is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 FX51 LBC, 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 FX51 LBC?

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What year was FX51 LBC registered?

FX51 LBC is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 September 2001.

Is FX51 LBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX51 LBC shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FX51 LBC have outstanding finance?

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