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LR51 SVF

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

145,283 mi
Last recorded145,283 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2020
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR51 SVF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2020 145,283 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2020 145,283 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2019 121,774 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2019 121,774 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 115,261 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 107,668 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 100,948 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 98,124 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 94,109 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 91,700 miles

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

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

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

Fail 28 Mar 2012 89,822 miles

Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front tyres wearing on edges

o/s/r spring corroded

Pass 28 Mar 2012 89,822 miles

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front tyres wearing on edges

o/s/r spring corroded

Pass 24 Mar 2011 84,182 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 77,018 miles

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

n/s/r foglamp n/w

Pass 18 Mar 2009 70,469 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 64,201 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2007 57,943 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

nearside front tyre close to wear marker (195/65/15/91V)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 57,943 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

nearside front tyre close to wear marker (195/65/15/91V)

Pass 30 Mar 2006 50,612 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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 SVF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 LR51 SVF, 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 SVF?

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What year was LR51 SVF registered?

LR51 SVF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 September 2001.

Is LR51 SVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR51 SVF shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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