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HS51 XOA

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2020
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

74,835 mi
Last recorded74,835 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2019
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHS51 XOA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2019 74,835 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 73,120 miles

All Tyres Perished

Fail 4 Sep 2018 73,119 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury Wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

All Tyres Perished

Pass 15 Aug 2017 72,701 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 23 Aug 2016 72,114 miles

Front headlamp lenses slightly deteriorated

Front indicator bulbs slightly faded

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

Fail 23 Aug 2016 72,114 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Front headlamp lenses slightly deteriorated

Front indicator bulbs slightly faded

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

Pass 19 Aug 2015 71,046 miles

e s p lamp 0n

Pass 18 Aug 2014 70,534 miles

wipers poor condition

Pass 30 Aug 2013 69,912 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Aug 2013 69,905 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Possible slow puncture offside rear tyre.

Pass 20 Aug 2012 66,282 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 63,131 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 58,711 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2009 53,423 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 46,035 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 37,176 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 30,099 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2005 22,357 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2005 22,357 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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 XOA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 XOA, 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 XOA registered?

HS51 XOA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 September 2001.

Is HS51 XOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for HS51 XOA shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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