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KF51 XXG

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

158,569 mi
Last recorded158,569 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF51 XXG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2017 158,569 miles

Under tray and engine cover fitted

Fail 23 Sep 2017 158,569 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Under tray and engine cover fitted

Pass 15 Sep 2016 149,544 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 138,038 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2015 137,977 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear arm (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2014 134,723 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Sep 2013 120,622 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 106,448 miles

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

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

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 10 Oct 2011 99,657 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 92,575 miles

Nearside Outer Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Aug 2009 83,792 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 74,455 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2008 74,455 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Oct 2007 69,843 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 57,670 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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KF51 XXG is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KF51 XXG, 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.

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What year was KF51 XXG registered?

KF51 XXG is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 November 2001.

Is KF51 XXG safe to buy?

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