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LB51 HFP

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

60,193 mi
Last recorded60,193 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2018
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB51 HFP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2018 60,193 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 58,801 miles

underside covers prevent full inspection of some component

Pass 26 Oct 2016 55,510 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 53,026 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 50,484 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 48,316 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 44,670 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 22 Oct 2012 44,668 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Nov 2011 42,620 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2010 40,041 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 38,284 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 33,986 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 31,721 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in offside front tyre

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

road wheels scuffed

windscreen washers require adjustment

Fail 14 Nov 2007 31,721 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in offside front tyre

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s/r tyre side wall cut

road wheels scuffed

tyres underinflated?

windscreen washers require adjustment

Pass 15 Nov 2006 270,390 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2005 22,556 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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LB51 HFP is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LB51 HFP, 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 LB51 HFP registered?

LB51 HFP is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is LB51 HFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB51 HFP shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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