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GF51 XLJ

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

119,381 mi
Last recorded119,381 miles
Recorded on24 May 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF51 XLJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 May 2016 119,381 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 114,346 miles

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2014 102,955 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 91,764 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Mar 2013 91,236 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

N/S/F Tyre has several long deep cuts in inner sidewall

N/S/F Tyres outer & inner sidewalls damaged

N/S/R Tyres outer sidewall damaged

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

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

O/S/R Tyre perished

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Fail 31 Mar 2012 80,484 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 31 Mar 2012 80,484 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 65,557 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2011 65,557 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 2 Feb 2010 61,507 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 56,998 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 51,904 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 45,341 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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GF51 XLJ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 XLJ, 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 GF51 XLJ?

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What year was GF51 XLJ registered?

GF51 XLJ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 December 2001.

Is GF51 XLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF51 XLJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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