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LC51 GMV

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

306,349 mi
Last recorded306,349 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2019
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC51 GMV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2019 306,349 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 161,695 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 150,967 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2016 150,967 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Jan 2015 144,230 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 137,796 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2013 137,796 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 3 Jan 2013 130,365 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 121,282 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 111,167 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 102,408 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 90,010 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 77,832 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 72,213 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 67,508 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2006 67,506 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 12 Oct 2005 56,197 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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LC51 GMV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 LC51 GMV, 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 LC51 GMV?

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What year was LC51 GMV registered?

LC51 GMV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 October 2001.

Is LC51 GMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC51 GMV shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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