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LM51 BGZ

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2025
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

92,895 mi
Last recorded92,895 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2024
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM51 BGZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2024 92,895 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2023 92,818 miles

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

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides ()

Offside Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and back (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 92,807 miles

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

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Offside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both front and back (0.1 (b))

Fail 9 Nov 2021 92,807 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low Both (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Offside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both front and back (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Jul 2020 92,595 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2019 90,649 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 87,609 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 85,824 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2017 85,824 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Feb 2016 84,188 miles

Nearside Rear tyre structure cracked

Fail 22 Feb 2016 84,188 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear tyre structure cracked

Pass 21 Feb 2015 81,877 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 81,165 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 80,646 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 79,773 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2012 79,773 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 Jan 2011 78,495 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2011 78,495 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2010 76,979 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2010 76,977 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Aug 2008 70,200 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 62,781 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 55,642 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 55,642 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2005 44,374 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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LM51 BGZ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 LM51 BGZ, 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 BGZ registered?

LM51 BGZ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 October 2001.

Is LM51 BGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM51 BGZ shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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