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KS51 ZXA

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

74,005 mi
Last recorded74,005 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS51 ZXA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2026 74,005 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2025 65,582 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2025 65,582 miles

Brake master cylinder defective but brake still operating (1.1.10 (b) (i))

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 61,300 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 60,604 miles
Fail 31 May 2023 60,572 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Jun 2022 59,544 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 56,986 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jun 2020 54,034 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2020 54,030 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 1.41m-1 (Plated value is 0.9m-1) (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 51,987 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 49,932 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 47,416 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.0mm only (4.1.E.1)

nearside front tyre wearing on edges

Pass 6 Jun 2016 45,461 miles

nearside front tyre outer sidewall slight damage

Pass 1 Jun 2015 42,170 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2014 41,244 miles

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

Fail 2 Jun 2014 40,932 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

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

Windscreen washer jets poorly aligned.

Pass 17 Jun 2013 38,813 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 37,407 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 31,272 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 27,353 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 25,026 miles

both front tyres craked and perrished side walls

Pass 9 May 2008 20,836 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 18,207 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 May 2006 15,956 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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KS51 ZXA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 KS51 ZXA, 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 KS51 ZXA registered?

KS51 ZXA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 December 2001.

Is KS51 ZXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS51 ZXA shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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