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LM51 PXP

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2025
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

63,216 mi
Last recorded63,216 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2024
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM51 PXP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2024 63,216 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2023 59,416 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2022 57,039 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2021 55,179 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2020 55,157 miles
Pass 6 May 2019 53,717 miles
Fail 6 May 2019 53,717 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 May 2018 52,934 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2017 52,286 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 51,006 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

oil leak

Pass 8 Jul 2015 50,072 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Fail 16 Jul 2014 49,105 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 49,105 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 47,935 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 46,927 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 44,650 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 42,414 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 39,550 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 38,477 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2007 36,617 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Aug 2006 34,709 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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 PXP is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 PXP, 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 PXP?

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What year was LM51 PXP registered?

LM51 PXP is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 November 2001.

Is LM51 PXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM51 PXP shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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