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GF51 XZS

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

162,902 mi
Last recorded162,902 miles
Recorded on29 May 2013
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF51 XZS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2013 162,902 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 153,855 miles

Nearside Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

both hand brakes recording low effort

Fail 31 May 2012 153,841 miles

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

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

Nearside Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

both hand brakes recording low effort

Pass 1 Jun 2011 149,775 miles

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

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

Pass 15 Feb 2010 138,468 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2010 138,468 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 126,660 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 114,439 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2008 114,439 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2007 98,667 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 88,701 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2006 88,701 miles

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

Offside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

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

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 XZS is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XZS, 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 XZS?

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What year was GF51 XZS registered?

GF51 XZS is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 January 2001.

Is GF51 XZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF51 XZS shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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