CarVerify

Free Car Check

HG51 WZW

2001 Mercedes-benz C 320

Blue Petrol 3199cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2016
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

111,819 mi
Last recorded111,819 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2015
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C 32079,816 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG51 WZW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC 320
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2015 111,819 miles

Offside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 2 Dec 2014 107,022 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Dec 2013 100,759 miles

slight play in n/s/f cross strut outer joint.

slight play in steering joint.

small chunk out of n/s/f tyre + scuffed side wall.

Fail 12 Dec 2013 100,759 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

slight play in n/s/f cross strut outer joint.

slight play in steering joint.

small chunk out of n/s/f tyre + scuffed side wall.

Pass 7 Dec 2012 94,562 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Dec 2011 87,407 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 80,621 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Dec 2009 73,254 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 66,359 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 58,937 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 51,291 miles

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 6 Dec 2005 41,348 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C 320?

Based on 72,432 MOT tests across 4,550 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
5,922
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
4,550
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,754
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,071
coil spring broken 970
coil spring fractured 791
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 733
Full Mercedes-benz C 320 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

HG51 WZW is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C 320 in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz C 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 79,816 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C 320 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,754 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HG51 WZW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C 320 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this Mercedes-benz C 320 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HG51 WZW?

You can check the full history of HG51 WZW by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HG51 WZW registered?

HG51 WZW is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C 320, first registered on 21 December 2001.

Is HG51 WZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG51 WZW shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HG51 WZW have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on HG51 WZW. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.