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LB51 LWY

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

80,651 mi
Last recorded80,651 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2021
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2021 80,651 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2020 78,393 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2019 77,634 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Nov 2018 76,116 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2017 73,862 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 72,501 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 71,220 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 9 Dec 2015 71,220 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 12 Dec 2014 69,321 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 69,321 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 66,449 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2013 66,449 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Dec 2012 61,062 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 57,044 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2011 57,043 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Dec 2010 52,061 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 49,071 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 44,378 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 40,872 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 35,603 miles

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

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 LWY is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LWY, 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 LWY registered?

LB51 LWY is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 November 2001.

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