CarVerify

Free Car Check

KT51 UAX

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2685cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

75,774 mi
Last recorded75,774 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT51 UAX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2017 75,774 miles

ball joint gaiters deteriorated

brake hoses perished/deteriorated

front tyres worn on edges

oil leak

tyres cracking on tread

Pass 15 Aug 2016 72,597 miles

exhaust leak

exhaust system corroded/rear silencer poor condition

oil leak

suspension arm bushes worn

Pass 22 Sep 2015 70,022 miles

front lower arm bushes worn

oil leak

tyres under inflated

tyres worn on edges

Pass 23 Sep 2014 66,965 miles

Oil leak

brake pipes corroded

offside front lower ball joint gator deteriorated

rear anti roll bar drop links deteriorated

Fail 23 Sep 2014 66,965 miles

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

Oil leak

brake pipes corroded

front anti roll bar bushes deteriorated

offside front lower ball joint gator deteriorated

rear anti roll bar drop links deteriorated

Pass 3 Sep 2013 62,481 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 59,665 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 56,083 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 53,705 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2009 48,811 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2009 48,811 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2008 41,118 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 34,480 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 26,153 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2005 20,363 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
Full Mercedes-benz C reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

KT51 UAX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 UAX, 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 KT51 UAX?

You can check the full history of KT51 UAX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KT51 UAX registered?

KT51 UAX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is KT51 UAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KT51 UAX shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KT51 UAX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on KT51 UAX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.