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LR51 HYM

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,389 mi
Last recorded82,389 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR51 HYM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 20 May 2026 82,389 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 74,132 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 62,684 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 55,223 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 50,502 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 50,234 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 49,239 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 45,602 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 43,406 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 39,713 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 37,855 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 35,309 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 30,120 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 27,971 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 23,245 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 21,258 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 19,267 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 14,438 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 3,458 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 3,430 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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LR51 HYM is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HYM, 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 LR51 HYM?

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What year was LR51 HYM registered?

LR51 HYM is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is LR51 HYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR51 HYM shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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