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LG51 OFD

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

53,853 mi
Last recorded53,853 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2013
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG51 OFD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2013 53,853 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

eml light on dash

parts of exhaust deteriated

Pass 3 Sep 2012 41,870 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Sep 2011 30,285 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 20,640 miles

nearside front tyre cracked

nearside rear tyre cracked

offside front tyre cracked

offside rear tyre cracked

Fail 26 Mar 2009 18,991 miles

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

front tyres slightly perished

n/s/r tyre has nail in tread

rear registration plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 26 Mar 2009 18,991 miles

front tyres slightly perished

n/s/r tyre has nail in tread

rear registration plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 29 Jul 2008 18,473 miles

rear number plate fading

Pass 5 Mar 2007 17,985 miles

surface corrosion on all brake discs

Pass 5 Sep 2005 17,950 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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LG51 OFD is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LG51 OFD, 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.

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What year was LG51 OFD registered?

LG51 OFD is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is LG51 OFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG51 OFD shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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