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KM51 SXC

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

83,065 mi
Last recorded83,065 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM51 SXC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2017 83,065 miles

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 74,015 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 9 Mar 2016 74,015 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 5 Mar 2015 60,944 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 60,944 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 59,923 miles

eml on

Pass 5 Feb 2013 57,610 miles

centre rear exhaust mount missing but system still supported adequately

Fail 4 Feb 2013 57,601 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

centre rear exhaust mount missing but system still supported adequately

eml warning lamp on

Pass 26 Jan 2012 55,808 miles

N/S/F TYRE SIDE WALL DAMAGED

O/S/R COIL SPRING SUSPECT

Pass 1 Feb 2011 54,175 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 52,299 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 48,729 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 45,709 miles

Both rear tyres on 2/3mm tread depth left

Pass 31 Jan 2007 42,868 miles

Offside rear tyre on 3mm tread depth left.(Mini.. limit 1.6mm) (2) oil leak from rear diff.

Pass 1 Feb 2006 39,376 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2005 32,175 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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KM51 SXC is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 KM51 SXC, 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

How do I check the history of KM51 SXC?

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What year was KM51 SXC registered?

KM51 SXC is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 November 2001.

Is KM51 SXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM51 SXC shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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