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LH51 BKJ

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

77,462 mi
Last recorded77,462 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2018
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLH51 BKJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2018 77,462 miles

Exhaust mount is broken

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 73,907 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 11 Nov 2016 70,000 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2016 70,000 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Nov 2015 65,800 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2015 65,800 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 12 Nov 2014 60,828 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Nov 2013 55,364 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 50,173 miles

Both of the front lower suspension arm inner bushes are perrished.

Both of the rear indicator bulbs are starting to loose their yellow colour.

One of the rear exhaust mounting brackets is heavily corroded.

Pass 23 Nov 2011 43,677 miles

The N/S/R tyre has 2.5mm of tread depth.

Fail 12 Nov 2010 37,464 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

exhaust rusty

front discs badly worn

Pass 12 Nov 2010 37,464 miles

exhaust rusty

front discs badly worn

Pass 13 Nov 2009 31,218 miles

both rear tyres badly worn

front discs badly worn

wet test

Pass 12 Nov 2008 27,194 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 23,914 miles

slight wear noted on both rear brake disc, pads are approx 65% worn

wear noted on both front brake disc, front brake pads are approx 60%

Pass 21 Nov 2006 20,904 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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LH51 BKJ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 LH51 BKJ, 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 LH51 BKJ registered?

LH51 BKJ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 December 2001.

Is LH51 BKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LH51 BKJ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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