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LP51 UAV

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

54,784 mi
Last recorded54,784 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP51 UAV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2026 54,784 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2025 54,582 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 53,660 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 52,127 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive rear dif oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2021 50,783 miles

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

Fail 23 Apr 2021 50,783 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Feb 2020 48,040 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 42,469 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 38,692 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 UAV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LP51 UAV, 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 UAV?

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What year was LP51 UAV registered?

LP51 UAV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is LP51 UAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP51 UAV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LP51 UAV have outstanding finance?

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