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KB51 GHF

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

74,290 mi
Last recorded74,290 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2021
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKB51 GHF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2021 74,290 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 70,165 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 65,724 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 57,854 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 54,365 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 49,791 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 47,261 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 44,929 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 42,729 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2011 40,855 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2011 40,844 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2010 38,394 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 35,711 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 33,110 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 30,386 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 26,760 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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KB51 GHF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 KB51 GHF, 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 KB51 GHF registered?

KB51 GHF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 November 2001.

Is KB51 GHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KB51 GHF shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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