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HK51 GVU

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

100,458 mi
Last recorded100,458 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2015
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK51 GVU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2015 100,458 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 95,371 miles

Brake pipes above rear axle slightly corroded

Inside of rear discs worn

Pass 15 Feb 2012 88,215 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 7 Mar 2011 80,532 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2010 72,949 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2010 72,947 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 6 Apr 2009 65,284 miles

front number plate distorted / front tyres wearing on inside edge

Fail 4 Apr 2009 65,284 miles

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

front number plate distorted / front tyres wearing on inside edge

Pass 4 Apr 2008 53,653 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Apr 2007 46,931 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 3 Apr 2007 46,931 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Apr 2006 39,614 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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HK51 GVU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 HK51 GVU, 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 HK51 GVU registered?

HK51 GVU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 November 2001.

Is HK51 GVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK51 GVU shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HK51 GVU have outstanding finance?

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