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LG51 XAK

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

149,848 mi
Last recorded149,848 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG51 XAK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2017 149,848 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2017 149,848 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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

Pass 25 Nov 2015 146,644 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 27 Nov 2014 129,199 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2014 129,199 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 117,602 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 108,106 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 Aug 2011 92,053 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front brake disc worn

Pass 28 Aug 2010 83,933 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 69,507 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 63,153 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2007 56,741 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Aug 2007 56,741 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 48,629 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 XAK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver 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 LG51 XAK, 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 XAK registered?

LG51 XAK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 September 2001.

Is LG51 XAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG51 XAK 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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