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L3 FMP

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,469 mi
Last recorded50,469 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL3 FMP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 11 Sep 2025 50,469 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2024 46,850 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 43,280 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 38,187 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 32,353 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 May 2020 29,316 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 28,253 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 27,799 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 27,197 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 26,530 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 26,121 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 25,261 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 24,019 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 22,999 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 22,009 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 21,304 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 20,242 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 18,806 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 17,549 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 16,665 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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L3 FMP is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 L3 FMP, 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 L3 FMP registered?

L3 FMP is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 July 2001.

Is L3 FMP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L3 FMP shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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