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LM51 ASV

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

210,716 mi
Last recorded210,716 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2013
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM51 ASV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2013 210,716 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 5 Feb 2013 210,716 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Feb 2012 195,172 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2012 195,169 miles

Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Feb 2011 181,892 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 156,517 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2009 129,402 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 118,348 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2008

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 31 Jan 2007 96,908 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2007 96,908 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 79,252 miles

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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LM51 ASV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LM51 ASV, 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 LM51 ASV registered?

LM51 ASV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 November 2001.

Is LM51 ASV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM51 ASV shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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