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KN51 PBY

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

128,815 mi
Last recorded128,815 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2015
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN51 PBY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2015 128,815 miles

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 124,687 miles

all rubber boots slightly perished

steering / suspension has slight play

Pass 7 Aug 2013 121,183 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 117,890 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 117,485 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Aug 2011 112,509 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 106,758 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 101,801 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2009 101,801 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 96,935 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 92,094 miles

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

Fail 27 Sep 2006 84,444 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2006 84,444 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2005 71,805 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2005 71,805 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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 PBY is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 KN51 PBY, 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 KN51 PBY registered?

KN51 PBY is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 October 2001.

Is KN51 PBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN51 PBY shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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