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LM51 YOK

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

126,538 mi
Last recorded126,538 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM51 YOK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 126,538 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2024 121,353 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 117,220 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 114,910 miles

slight rear axle oil leak

Pass 10 Nov 2021 112,474 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 111,369 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 110,411 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 106,927 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 104,666 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 100,772 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 96,118 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 90,593 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 86,640 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 78,492 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 29 Oct 2010 73,667 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2009 69,372 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 2 Nov 2009 69,372 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2008 65,118 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 60,527 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 30 Oct 2007 60,494 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

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

Nearside Outer Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 14 Dec 2005 48,890 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2005 48,890 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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 YOK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 YOK, 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 YOK?

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What year was LM51 YOK registered?

LM51 YOK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 December 2001.

Is LM51 YOK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM51 YOK shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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