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KY51 EXE

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

171,806 mi
Last recorded171,806 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2021
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY51 EXE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2021 171,806 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 168,565 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 165,250 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 161,677 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2017 157,567 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 144,839 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 142,339 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 25,200 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 134,757 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 132,708 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 127,162 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 98,358 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

o/s/f tyre outer sidewall cut

rear diff oil leak

Fail 24 Aug 2009 98,247 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

o/s/f tyre outer sidewall cut

rear diff oil leak

Pass 24 Sep 2008 87,487 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 79,987 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 71,997 miles

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

both front tyres worn on inner edge

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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KY51 EXE is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,685cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 KY51 EXE, 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 KY51 EXE?

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What year was KY51 EXE registered?

KY51 EXE is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 September 2001.

Is KY51 EXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY51 EXE shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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