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GU51 KRD

2001 Mercedes-benz C

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2024
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

68,264 mi
Last recorded68,264 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2023
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU51 KRD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2023 68,264 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 64,503 miles

Nearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive differential. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2021 60,563 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2021 60,563 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2020 57,569 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2019 54,023 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 50,380 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2016 46,769 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 43,414 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2014 40,538 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Jan 2014 37,368 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2013 37,356 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 36,315 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2013 36,315 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jun 2012 32,304 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 30,735 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 28,064 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 26,786 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 24,873 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 22,583 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2005 21,190 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 KRD is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 KRD, 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 KRD registered?

GU51 KRD is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 September 2001.

Is GU51 KRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU51 KRD shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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