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LJ51 AZC

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

102,833 mi
Last recorded102,833 miles
Recorded on25 May 2019
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 May 2019 102,833 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 100,055 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

wires hanging at accelerator pedal

Pass 23 May 2017 95,510 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 93,961 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 86,048 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 70,903 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Dec 2013 70,886 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear pads look low. advise inspection with wheels off

Pass 14 Nov 2012 65,269 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2012 65,269 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 59,992 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2011 59,992 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 26 Oct 2010 53,815 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2010 53,815 miles

Offside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 30 Oct 2009 47,057 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 40,906 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2008 40,906 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage cracked (2.4.G.1)

Pass 30 Oct 2007 35,219 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 27,280 miles

nearside front tyre slightly damaged

Pass 6 Sep 2005 23,085 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 AZC is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 AZC, 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 AZC registered?

LJ51 AZC is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 September 2001.

Is LJ51 AZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ51 AZC shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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