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LM51 PXF

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2020
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

71,429 mi
Last recorded71,429 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2021
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM51 PXF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Fail 9 Jul 2021 71,429 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

rear diff slight oil leak

Pass 15 Nov 2019 70,732 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 69,678 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear rear diff leaking oil

Fail 20 Nov 2018 69,678 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear rear diff leaking oil

Pass 21 Nov 2017 69,103 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) inner ram ()

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

Pass 14 Nov 2016 67,901 miles

Offside Front wing mirror glass have very dark tint

Pass 6 Nov 2015 66,425 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 64,327 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 59,142 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

o/s/r tyres deteriorated (run on flat makes in the sidewalls)

Fail 4 Dec 2013 59,142 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

o/s/r tyres deteriorated (run on flat makes in the sidewalls)

Pass 4 Dec 2012 56,896 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2011 54,289 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2011 54,289 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2010 51,234 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 46,901 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 42,799 miles

Nearside Outer 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)

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

Pass 29 Nov 2007 38,848 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Dec 2006 33,960 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2005 30,390 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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 PXF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 PXF, 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

How do I check the history of LM51 PXF?

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What year was LM51 PXF registered?

LM51 PXF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 December 2001.

Is LM51 PXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM51 PXF shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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