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LR02 EOT

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

72,794 mi
Last recorded72,794 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2022
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR02 EOT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2022 72,794 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2022 72,794 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Nov 2021 55,561 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 43,573 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 2 May 2019 17,087 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2019 17,087 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Blade Defective (3.4 (b) (ii))

Power steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))

Power steering inoperative and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 8,215 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 26 Apr 2017 8,097 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 13 Apr 2016 7,546 miles

nearside front tyre cracking up

Pass 27 Apr 2015 7,483 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 7,342 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 7,177 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 6,757 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 6,402 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 5,585 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 5,183 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 4,369 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 3,746 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 3,096 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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LR02 EOT is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 LR02 EOT, 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

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What year was LR02 EOT registered?

LR02 EOT is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is LR02 EOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR02 EOT shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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