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LJ51 APS

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

138,259 mi
Last recorded138,259 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ51 APS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2017 138,259 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on edges

Pass 22 Aug 2016 123,231 miles

Centre Stop lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Spare wheel fitted NSR

Fail 19 Aug 2016 123,220 miles

Centre Stop lamp missing (1.2.1a)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Parking brake lever insecure Handbrake release lever insecure (3.1.3b)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 114,031 miles

Offside Front 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 15 Mar 2014 102,504 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2014 102,504 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2012 92,830 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 86,373 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 31 Jan 2011 79,393 miles

rear number plate fadded

Pass 4 Nov 2009 68,332 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 3 Nov 2008 62,151 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 26 Jan 2007 55,553 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 54,504 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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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LJ51 APS is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LJ51 APS, 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 LJ51 APS registered?

LJ51 APS is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 September 2001.

Is LJ51 APS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ51 APS shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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