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GB51 LOZ

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

141,095 mi
Last recorded141,095 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2012
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGB51 LOZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2012 141,095 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 135,312 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 120,847 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2010 120,846 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

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

Pass 29 Apr 2009 95,845 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 82,419 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 70,911 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2007 70,910 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2005 55,701 miles

both front tyres worn to excess on outer edges

front brake pads 75% worn

rear no.plate defaced

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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GB51 LOZ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 GB51 LOZ, 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 GB51 LOZ registered?

GB51 LOZ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 November 2001.

Is GB51 LOZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GB51 LOZ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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