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LJ51 TNV

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

147,168 mi
Last recorded147,168 miles
Recorded on15 May 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2017 147,168 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

temp fuel cap fitted

Pass 12 May 2016 138,395 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 133,535 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 128,319 miles

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

Fail 6 May 2014 128,319 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 8 May 2013 121,260 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 110,437 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2012 110,437 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Fail 10 Nov 2010 102,456 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 10 Nov 2010 102,456 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2009 91,261 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2009 91,043 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 9 May 2008 72,051 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 68,299 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 60,015 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 TNV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 LJ51 TNV, 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 TNV registered?

LJ51 TNV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 September 2001.

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