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GL51 EOK

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

75,352 mi
Last recorded75,352 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL51 EOK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2017 75,352 miles

Front front discs scored both side

Rear rear discs scored but not weak

Fail 3 Jan 2017 75,352 miles

Front front discs scored both side

Offside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Rear rear discs scored but not weak

Pass 2 Sep 2015 68,556 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2014 62,322 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 62,322 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 58,869 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 55,552 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Feb 2011 44,556 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2010 44,551 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2008 35,147 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2008 35,147 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 33,305 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 23,394 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2005 22,717 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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GL51 EOK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 GL51 EOK, 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.

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What year was GL51 EOK registered?

GL51 EOK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 October 2001.

Is GL51 EOK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL51 EOK shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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