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KR51 TLX

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

116,066 mi
Last recorded116,066 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2018
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR51 TLX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2018 116,066 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 112,311 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 6 Jul 2017 112,311 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 107,687 miles

diff has oil leak

Fail 22 Jul 2016 107,687 miles

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

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

diff has oil leak

Fail 15 Jul 2015 102,810 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 102,810 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 98,149 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2014 98,149 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Oct 2012 90,773 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine light on dash

Pass 9 Aug 2011 84,203 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 75,820 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

all brake pads look low ?

under sheilds fitted to under side of car

Fail 29 Jun 2010 75,678 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

all brake pads look low ?

under sheilds fitted to under side of car

Pass 4 Feb 2009 66,209 miles

full under sheildes fitted to under side of car

Pass 30 Jul 2007 56,583 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 46,646 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2006 46,646 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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KR51 TLX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KR51 TLX, 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 KR51 TLX registered?

KR51 TLX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 December 2001.

Is KR51 TLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR51 TLX shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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