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KV51 XLH

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

208,348 mi
Last recorded208,348 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2014
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV51 XLH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2014 208,348 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 122,030 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 120,896 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 116,810 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2011 116,810 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Feb 2010 111,876 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2010 111,876 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Feb 2009 103,104 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 92,214 miles

parking brake travel excessive

Pass 9 Feb 2007 82,261 miles

parking brake travel excessive

Fail 7 Feb 2006 73,982 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Feb 2006 73,982 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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KV51 XLH is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KV51 XLH, 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 KV51 XLH registered?

KV51 XLH is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 September 2001.

Is KV51 XLH safe to buy?

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