CarVerify

Free Car Check

LB51 JXV

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2018
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

139,488 mi
Last recorded139,488 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB51 JXV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2017 139,488 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2017 139,488 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Side repeater not working wing mirror bulb (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Nov 2016 135,051 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 128,256 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2015 128,256 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 121,459 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 175,580 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2013 175,579 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2012 164,353 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 154,752 miles

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

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Oct 2010 143,687 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

slight wear in o/s rear roll bar bush

Fail 11 Oct 2010 143,687 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

slight wear in o/s rear roll bar bush

Pass 27 Oct 2009 133,473 miles

chip to front screen.

front brake pads low.

Fail 26 Oct 2009 133,471 miles

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

chip to front screen.

front brake pads low.

Pass 7 Oct 2008 122,367 miles

front brake imbalance

n/s handbrake effort lower than o/s

Pass 6 Nov 2007 112,868 miles

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

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

some play in offside tie rod end

Pass 17 Oct 2006 102,564 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2005 86,757 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
Full Mercedes-benz C reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

LB51 JXV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 JXV, 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 LB51 JXV?

You can check the full history of LB51 JXV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LB51 JXV registered?

LB51 JXV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 November 2001.

Is LB51 JXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB51 JXV shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LB51 JXV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on LB51 JXV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.