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LG51 ZYK

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

103,117 mi
Last recorded103,117 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG51 ZYK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2016 103,117 miles

Front bumper slightly insecure

Parking brake passed by 16% it appears that the system will need attention

Fail 1 Feb 2016 103,117 miles

Front bumper slightly insecure

Parking brake passed by 16% it appears that the system will need attention

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

Pass 18 Nov 2014 96,597 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jul 2014 93,019 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 15 Jul 2014 93,019 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

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

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

Oil leak

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jul 2013 87,817 miles

Both wiper blades have poor clearance

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

n/s/f tyre is a run on flat tyre,vehicle is not fitted with this tyre monitering system

Pass 1 Jul 2012 84,153 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2011 80,503 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 Aug 2010 70,443 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2010 70,443 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2009 60,727 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 49,302 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2007 38,069 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2007 38,069 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 31,234 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2005 22,863 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 ZYK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 ZYK, 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 LG51 ZYK registered?

LG51 ZYK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 September 2001.

Is LG51 ZYK safe to buy?

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