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KT51 DTK

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

140,665 mi
Last recorded140,665 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2013
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT51 DTK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2013 140,665 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 137,402 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2012 137,402 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2011 131,474 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 61,730 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 61,730 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2008 120,605 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 90,391 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 76,928 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2006 56,609 miles

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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

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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KT51 DTK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KT51 DTK, 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 KT51 DTK registered?

KT51 DTK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 December 2001.

Is KT51 DTK safe to buy?

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