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LC51 RNX

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

137,436 mi
Last recorded137,436 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2018
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC51 RNX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2018 137,436 miles

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

slight play offside front inner rack joint

Pass 24 Feb 2017 132,989 miles

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 24 Feb 2016 124,697 miles

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

Exhaust Rear Hanger Broken

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 31 Oct 2015 122,681 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported metal mounting broken (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement bush on ally arm (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement bush on ally arm (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

offside rear tyre on designed wear limit

Pass 1 Nov 2014 117,286 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 115,350 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2013 115,350 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Sep 2012 106,828 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2012 106,828 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Apr 2011 101,094 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2009 97,067 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2008 91,905 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2007 88,078 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2006 81,447 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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 RNX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,998cc petrol 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 LC51 RNX, 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 LC51 RNX registered?

LC51 RNX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 October 2001.

Is LC51 RNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC51 RNX 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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