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GF51 YNB

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Purple Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

87,577 mi
Last recorded87,577 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2011
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF51 YNB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2011 87,577 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2011 87,577 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2010 80,254 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 73,753 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 59,285 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 55,258 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Dec 2005 47,667 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 YNB is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Purple with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 YNB, 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 YNB?

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What year was GF51 YNB registered?

GF51 YNB is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 December 2001.

Is GF51 YNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF51 YNB shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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