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KN51 PBU

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

136,158 mi
Last recorded136,158 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2015
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN51 PBU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2015 136,158 miles

diff leak

play n/s rack,rear tyres on the limit,corrosion to back plates,subframes,ferrules..unable to see brake pads

Pass 16 Aug 2014 122,410 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 114,453 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 17 Apr 2012 104,363 miles

Final drive oil leak

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rearmost exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 17 Apr 2012 104,363 miles

Final drive oil leak

Rearmost exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 5 May 2011 93,742 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 3 Nov 2009 78,396 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 72,379 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2008 72,379 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Jan 2008 65,112 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 53,974 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2007 53,974 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both rear tyres worn to 1.6mm

n/s/f tyre worn to 3mm and 0mm on outer edge

o/s/f tyre worn to 2mm and 0mm on outer edge 195/65V15

Pass 25 Jan 2006 45,373 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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KN51 PBU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 KN51 PBU, 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 KN51 PBU?

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What year was KN51 PBU registered?

KN51 PBU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 November 2001.

Is KN51 PBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN51 PBU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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