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H6 PEB

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jan 2027
Tests29 (22 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75.9%

Mileage

74,238 mi
Last recorded74,238 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH6 PEB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

22 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 74,238 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2025 74,232 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Dec 2024 74,001 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2024 74,001 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2024 73,508 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 5 Jan 2023 73,147 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Dec 2021 72,881 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Rear Exhaust corroded

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced suspension (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2020 72,542 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 72,444 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2020 72,444 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2019 72,065 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 71,458 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 70,725 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 70,126 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2016 70,125 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Aug 2015 69,143 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2014 68,393 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 67,257 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 66,352 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 64,869 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2011 64,869 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Aug 2010 63,470 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 61,768 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 60,218 miles

o/s/f tyre slightly perishing

o/s/r tyre has sidewall damage

Fail 15 Aug 2008 60,218 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

o/s/f tyre slightly perishing

o/s/r tyre has sidewall damage

Pass 17 Aug 2007 58,840 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2007 58,840 miles

Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Aug 2006 56,801 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2005 47,712 miles

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

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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H6 PEB is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75.9%.

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 H6 PEB, 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.

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What year was H6 PEB registered?

H6 PEB is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 September 2001.

Is H6 PEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for H6 PEB shows 29 tests with a 75.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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