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FY51 PZX

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

104,436 mi
Last recorded104,436 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY51 PZX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2016 104,436 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 99,495 miles

1 exhaust mounting come away but the exhaust is still secure

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

power steering pump slightly noisy

Pass 29 Jul 2014 93,340 miles

1 exhaust mounting come away but the exhaust is still secure

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 88,182 miles

1 exhaust mounting has broken away but the exhaust is still secure

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Fail 5 Aug 2013 88,160 miles

Nearside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm has a deteriorated rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

1 exhaust mounting has broken away but the exhaust is still secure

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 10 Aug 2012 84,537 miles

ESP light comes on

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 8 Aug 2012 84,520 miles

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

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

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

ESP light comes on

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

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

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 10 Aug 2011 81,618 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 78,761 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 75,695 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2009 75,695 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 70,545 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 21 Aug 2008 70,533 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 58,895 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 47,148 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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FY51 PZX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 FY51 PZX, 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 FY51 PZX registered?

FY51 PZX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 October 2001.

Is FY51 PZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY51 PZX shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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