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LB51 RZK

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

221,003 mi
Last recorded221,003 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2018
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB51 RZK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2018 221,003 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 17 Mar 2018 221,003 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Feb 2017 220,975 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 214,312 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2013 214,312 miles

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

Parking brake lever releases when knocked (3.1.6a)

Pass 1 Feb 2012 198,612 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 31 Jan 2011 178,896 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2011 178,896 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 28 Jan 2010 159,800 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 139,010 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 117,498 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 117,498 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 97,249 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2006 78,652 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 RZK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 RZK, 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 RZK registered?

LB51 RZK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 November 2001.

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The MOT history for LB51 RZK shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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