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LR51 SFJ

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2017
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

119,741 mi
Last recorded119,741 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR51 SFJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2016 119,741 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 31 Oct 2016 119,741 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Oct 2014 111,586 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 7 Oct 2014 111,522 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

MIL Light on

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 24 Sep 2013 107,359 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Oct 2012 103,440 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 11 Oct 2012 103,440 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Nov 2011 96,289 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2011 96,289 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2010 83,789 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2010 83,789 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 20 Nov 2009 76,821 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 69,617 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 69,602 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2008 69,602 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

exhaust raspy

osr brake pipe by axle has been greased so hard to check thoroughly

rear brake pipes slight corrosion

slight damage to osf floor

slight knock on steering

Pass 13 Dec 2007 67,506 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 17 Nov 2007 66,561 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2006 51,404 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 36,316 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2005 36,316 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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 SFJ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SFJ, 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 SFJ registered?

LR51 SFJ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is LR51 SFJ safe to buy?

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