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LH51 BMV

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

75,356 mi
Last recorded75,356 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLH51 BMV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 75,356 miles

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2024 70,846 miles

Offside Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 66,600 miles

Offside Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 61,125 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective Exhaust Hanger Heavily Corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox?/Engine? (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Aug 2022 61,125 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Headlamps Hazing (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Leading (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords x3 + Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Headlamps Hazing (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Leading (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords + Inside Edge Worn (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords + Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure + Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Exhaust mounting defective Exhaust Hanger Heavily Corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox?/Engine? (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2021 53,043 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 44,625 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 43,417 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 42,052 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2017 40,699 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 39,316 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 37,744 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 36,398 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 35,016 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2013 35,016 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2012 33,566 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 32,433 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 30,980 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 28,719 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 28,016 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 24,814 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 19,820 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2005 15,370 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 BMV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 BMV, 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

How do I check the history of LH51 BMV?

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What year was LH51 BMV registered?

LH51 BMV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 October 2001.

Is LH51 BMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LH51 BMV shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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