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LS51 BND

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

140,039 mi
Last recorded140,039 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS51 BND
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2017 140,039 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2017 140,039 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2016 127,672 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2016 127,672 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Oct 2015 117,447 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 103,882 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 93,459 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 81,720 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 72,255 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 64,562 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2010 64,188 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 5 Oct 2009 51,585 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 40,141 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 33,383 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2006 28,888 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2004 24,642 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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LS51 BND is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 LS51 BND, 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 LS51 BND registered?

LS51 BND is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 December 2001.

Is LS51 BND safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS51 BND shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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