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GF51 XFK

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

134,851 mi
Last recorded134,851 miles
Recorded on4 May 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF51 XFK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 May 2017 134,851 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 133,121 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)

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)

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

nearside front wheel arch has surface corrosion

nearside rear outer wheel arch has surface corrosion

offside front outer wheel arch has surface corrosion

offside rear outer wheel arch has surface corrosion

Fail 14 Apr 2016 133,121 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)

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)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

nearside front wheel arch has surface corrosion

nearside rear outer wheel arch has surface corrosion

offside front outer wheel arch has surface corrosion

offside rear outer wheel arch has surface corrosion

Pass 8 May 2015 131,484 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2014 128,943 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 126,730 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 120,416 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 115,701 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 111,540 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 107,361 miles

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

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

Fail 1 May 2009 107,319 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 1 May 2008 102,515 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 83,192 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2006 64,677 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2006 64,677 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nearside front tyre 2mm on outer edge

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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GF51 XFK 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 80%.

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 GF51 XFK, 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 GF51 XFK registered?

GF51 XFK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 November 2001.

Is GF51 XFK safe to buy?

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