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GF51 XXH

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

93,267 mi
Last recorded93,267 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2018
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2018 93,267 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 23 Apr 2018 93,267 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine light on

Pass 30 May 2017 91,584 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

eml on

engine and under covers fitted

Fail 26 May 2017 91,584 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

eml on

engine and under covers fitted

Pass 20 Oct 2015 843,521 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 78,932 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 73,703 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Nov 2012 71,212 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Nov 2011 67,743 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2011 67,711 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2010 63,343 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)

Pass 20 Nov 2009 59,069 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 52,389 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Nov 2007 42,518 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 33,126 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2005 25,809 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 XXH is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 GF51 XXH, 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 XXH?

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What year was GF51 XXH registered?

GF51 XXH is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 September 2001.

Is GF51 XXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF51 XXH shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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