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HAZ 8231

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

109,970 mi
Last recorded109,970 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2021
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHAZ 8231
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2021 109,970 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases join/bolts rusty/slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge to plys (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge close to plys (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre obviously under inflated both (5.2.3 (l))

engine bay/under/cill covers fotted obscuring some components

Pass 17 Jul 2020 107,235 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear suspension components slightly rusty

all 4 wheel arch areas have slight rust

engine bay covers, cill covers and full undertrays fitted

rear exhaust bracket broken but exhaust still secure

Fail 9 Jul 2020 107,227 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect dirty lens (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear suspension components slightly rusty

all 4 wheel arch areas have slight rust

engine bay covers, cill covers and full undertrays fitted

rear exhaust bracket broken but exhaust still secure

Pass 5 Dec 2017 105,897 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 105,221 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2016 105,221 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 104,658 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 101,952 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 May 2013 98,655 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 May 2012 97,152 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 May 2011 92,245 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 90,027 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 88,712 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 86,119 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 79,615 miles

front brake pads app. 85% worn

Pass 21 Feb 2006 69,125 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 8231 is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 HAZ 8231, 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 HAZ 8231 registered?

HAZ 8231 is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 November 2001.

Is HAZ 8231 safe to buy?

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