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HF51 YLL

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

121,574 mi
Last recorded121,574 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2018
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF51 YLL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2018 121,574 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 115,544 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 108,726 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 104,606 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Feb 2014 98,495 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 90,878 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 81,069 miles

front anti-roll bar bushes are squeaking.

Fail 29 Feb 2012 81,069 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2011 56,156 miles

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

both sides front track control arm rubber bonded bushes are getting weak / ok time of test 2/ rear main anti roll bar starting surface rust

Pass 20 Aug 2009 26,556 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 25,564 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 21,724 miles

Both number plates in poor condition but still readable

Nail in offside rear tyre

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 29 Aug 2007 21,724 miles

Both number plates in poor condition but still readable

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Aug 2006 19,099 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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)

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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HF51 YLL is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 HF51 YLL, 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 HF51 YLL registered?

HF51 YLL is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is HF51 YLL safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF51 YLL shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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