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GF51 RXN

2001 Mercedes-benz V

Silver Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2018
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

118,093 mi
Last recorded118,093 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz V103,876 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF51 RXN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelV
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2017 118,093 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 107,557 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 104,355 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2013 100,148 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 95,456 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2011 95,456 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2010 87,398 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Sep 2009 82,606 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 79,771 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2009 79,771 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Pass 22 Sep 2008 78,543 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2008 78,543 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2008 76,336 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 70,894 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2007 70,894 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Apr 2007 64,850 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 59,117 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 52,710 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz V?

Based on 145,330 MOT tests across 14,984 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
9,290
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
14,984
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,393
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,912
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,745
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,724
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 1,893
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GF51 RXN is a 2001 Mercedes-benz V in Silver with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz V models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 103,876 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz V fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 4,393 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GF51 RXN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz V typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 25 years old, this Mercedes-benz V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GF51 RXN?

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What year was GF51 RXN registered?

GF51 RXN is a 2001 Mercedes-benz V, first registered on 29 October 2001.

Is GF51 RXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF51 RXN shows 18 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.

Does GF51 RXN have outstanding finance?

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