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LP51 TOA

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Purple Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

106,734 mi
Last recorded106,734 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2013
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP51 TOA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 23 Aug 2013 106,734 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 106,734 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 102,595 miles

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

Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 14 Oct 2011 97,587 miles

front disc slightly worn

Fail 14 Oct 2011 97,587 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

front disc slightly worn

Pass 17 Feb 2010 89,420 miles

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

nearside mirror glass missing

nearside wing mirror indicator is starting to turn white is colour

slight play in the nearside front wheel

Pass 7 Feb 2009 84,510 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 77,222 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2006 67,439 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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LP51 TOA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Purple with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LP51 TOA, 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 LP51 TOA?

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What year was LP51 TOA registered?

LP51 TOA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 October 2001.

Is LP51 TOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP51 TOA shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LP51 TOA have outstanding finance?

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