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GU51 EKJ

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

135,753 mi
Last recorded135,753 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU51 EKJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2016 135,753 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2015 129,809 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 126,261 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Side repeater has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.4.A.2e)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Dec 2013 122,871 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 119,542 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 116,321 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 110,697 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 104,494 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 98,436 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 85,994 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2008 85,864 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Mar 2007 73,210 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)

rear number plate starting to deteriorate

Pass 27 Mar 2006 57,040 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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GU51 EKJ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 GU51 EKJ, 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

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What year was GU51 EKJ registered?

GU51 EKJ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 November 2001.

Is GU51 EKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU51 EKJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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