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KU51 ZXP

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2016
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,234 mi
Last recorded99,234 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2015
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU51 ZXP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2015 99,234 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

undertrays fitted

Fail 9 Oct 2015 99,234 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

undertrays fitted

Pass 4 Nov 2014 93,045 miles

front discs lipped

various brake pipes starting to corrode

very slight play at n/s/f anti roll bar link

Pass 8 Oct 2013 88,986 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 87,200 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 83,744 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Jan 2011 80,935 miles

full plastic floor cover fitted full sill covers fitted

Pass 28 Jan 2010 77,336 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2010 77,318 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2009 73,083 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 70,405 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2008 70,405 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2007 66,836 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 63,992 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2005 54,128 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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KU51 ZXP is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 KU51 ZXP, 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 KU51 ZXP?

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What year was KU51 ZXP registered?

KU51 ZXP is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 September 2001.

Is KU51 ZXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU51 ZXP shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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