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GL51 TXT

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Gold Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

109,153 mi
Last recorded109,153 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2013
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL51 TXT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2013 109,153 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 7 Jul 2012 101,249 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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)

Pass 5 Oct 2011 96,219 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2010 87,200 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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 29 Sep 2010 87,200 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 28 Sep 2009 76,575 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Oct 2008 66,778 miles

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

Fail 2 Oct 2008 66,776 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2008 66,310 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 63,623 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2005 50,657 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 TXT is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Gold with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 TXT, 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 GL51 TXT?

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What year was GL51 TXT registered?

GL51 TXT is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 December 2001.

Is GL51 TXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL51 TXT shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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