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HG51 VZR

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

162,654 mi
Last recorded162,654 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2020
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG51 VZR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2020 162,654 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 160,381 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 158,264 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 155,960 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2017 155,960 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2016 152,353 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 148,642 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2015 148,642 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working BOTH (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 143,607 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Oct 2013 138,631 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 6 Oct 2012 133,976 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2012 133,958 miles

Nearside Front Radius arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Radius arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 6 Oct 2011 127,821 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 127,821 miles

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)

Pass 2 Oct 2010 123,213 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 29 Sep 2010 123,190 miles

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

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

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2009 120,344 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 118,371 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 114,382 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 110,192 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 VZR is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VZR, 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 HG51 VZR registered?

HG51 VZR is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is HG51 VZR safe to buy?

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