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GU51 WRJ

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Green Petrol 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2022
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

145,688 mi
Last recorded145,688 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2021
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU51 WRJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2021 145,688 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2021 145,672 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Sep 2020 145,277 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 143,759 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 141,982 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 25 Sep 2018 141,932 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 139,385 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2017 139,347 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 5 Sep 2016 136,407 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 129,779 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2014 123,798 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Sep 2013 118,244 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Sep 2012 112,589 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Sep 2011 106,206 miles

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 99,718 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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 2009 88,213 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 133,488 miles

advise rear brake discs

Fail 9 Apr 2009 133,478 miles

Nearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

advise rear brake discs

Pass 6 Feb 2008 109,565 miles

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

advise rear tyres + screw in o/s/r

Pass 1 Feb 2007 87,433 miles

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 9 Feb 2006 79,042 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 WRJ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Green with a 2,148cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 WRJ, 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 WRJ registered?

GU51 WRJ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 November 2001.

Is GU51 WRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU51 WRJ shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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