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HG51 FEV

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

83,240 mi
Last recorded83,240 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2015
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG51 FEV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2015 83,240 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded n/s & o/s (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 149,146 miles

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

O/s/f tyre tread low on outer edge.

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

Pass 14 Nov 2013 143,526 miles

both rear tyres getting low tread depth at 2mm (Advise attention)

n/s/r lower suspension arm to hub joint has some play

o/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

o/s/r lower suspension arm to hub joint has some play

Fail 13 Nov 2013 143,517 miles

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

both rear indicators fading to white light

both rear tyres getting low tread depth at 2mm (Advise attention)

n/s/r brake rubbing

n/s/r lower suspension arm to hub joint has some play

o/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

o/s/r lower suspension arm to hub joint has some play

Pass 27 Oct 2012 136,559 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Nov 2011 129,507 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 119,977 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2010 119,966 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Front brake discs dished.

Pass 23 Jul 2009 108,962 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 95,399 miles

front and rear number plates deteriorating

Pass 20 Jul 2007 77,741 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 63,228 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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HG51 FEV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HG51 FEV, 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 HG51 FEV registered?

HG51 FEV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is HG51 FEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG51 FEV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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