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GX51 MPE

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

94,689 mi
Last recorded94,689 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX51 MPE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2017 94,689 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 92,540 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 89,164 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 86,636 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 83,409 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 80,853 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 79,238 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 75,834 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 73,985 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2009 73,985 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 68,747 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 65,398 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 61,451 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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GX51 MPE is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Blue 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 GX51 MPE, 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 GX51 MPE registered?

GX51 MPE is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 September 2001.

Is GX51 MPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX51 MPE 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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