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LJ51 AXT

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

70,629 mi
Last recorded70,629 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2021
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ51 AXT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2021 70,629 miles

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

Fail 22 Sep 2021 70,627 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Sep 2020 65,129 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 56,826 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2019 56,826 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 50,436 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn small cut on sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 48,297 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 46,215 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 43,926 miles

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

Fail 10 Aug 2015 43,926 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 41,636 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2013 39,433 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2013 39,433 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Pass 22 Aug 2012 36,943 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 34,396 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 31,737 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 28,603 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 26,241 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 22,796 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 19,984 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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LJ51 AXT is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AXT, 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 AXT registered?

LJ51 AXT is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 September 2001.

Is LJ51 AXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ51 AXT shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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