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LR51 CRF

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

113,742 mi
Last recorded113,742 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR51 CRF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2017 113,742 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush FRONT ARM, REAR BUSH (2.4.G.2)

Registration plate lamp slightly deteriorated

Pass 3 Mar 2016 102,849 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel hose slightly damaged (7.2.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 96,750 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

general corrosion noticed and adviced

Fail 25 Feb 2015 96,750 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is broken (3.1.5)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

general corrosion noticed and adviced

Pass 3 Jan 2014 81,466 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Nov 2011 78,564 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 73,980 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 71,610 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 68,048 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 60,949 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 60,031 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2006 60,031 miles

Offside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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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LR51 CRF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LR51 CRF, 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 LR51 CRF registered?

LR51 CRF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 December 2001.

Is LR51 CRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR51 CRF shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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