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HAZ 1701

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

126,445 mi
Last recorded126,445 miles
Recorded on4 May 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHAZ 1701
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 May 2017 126,445 miles
Fail 3 May 2017 126,445 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 May 2016 125,615 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2015

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

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Rear brake discs worn and corroded

Pass 21 Nov 2013 107,794 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2013 107,742 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2012 102,202 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

noise at o/s/r brake

Pass 21 Nov 2011 96,734 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 10 Nov 2010 91,362 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2010 91,344 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2009 84,973 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2009 84,956 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Nov 2008 75,793 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 63,753 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 52,106 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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HAZ 1701 is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 HAZ 1701, 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

How do I check the history of HAZ 1701?

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What year was HAZ 1701 registered?

HAZ 1701 is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is HAZ 1701 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HAZ 1701 shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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