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KJ51 SNV

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

156,395 mi
Last recorded156,395 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ51 SNV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2016 156,395 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 149,929 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 144,588 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2013 135,938 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2012 124,550 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Trailer socket, right sidelight not working.

Fail 21 Feb 2012 124,550 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Trailer socket, right sidelight not working.

Pass 25 Feb 2011 113,738 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 105,451 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 98,852 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2008 89,269 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 79,891 miles

STRONG ADVISORY N/S REAR TYRE NAIL IN TREAD AND SIDEWALL DAMAGED

Pass 27 Feb 2006 70,329 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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KJ51 SNV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 KJ51 SNV, 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 KJ51 SNV registered?

KJ51 SNV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 September 2001.

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The MOT history for KJ51 SNV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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