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HS51 XDR

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

218,816 mi
Last recorded218,816 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2012
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHS51 XDR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 23 Nov 2012 218,816 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 23 Nov 2012 218,816 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 215,403 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 193,463 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2010 193,427 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 22 Oct 2009 173,075 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 144,451 miles

offside front steering arm has slight play.

Pass 25 Sep 2007 113,343 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2007 113,343 miles

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Oct 2006 99,726 miles

Oil leak

Pass 28 Oct 2005 79,847 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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HS51 XDR is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 HS51 XDR, 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 HS51 XDR registered?

HS51 XDR is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 November 2001.

Is HS51 XDR safe to buy?

The MOT history for HS51 XDR shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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