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LS51 GER

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2021
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

80,335 mi
Last recorded80,335 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2020
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS51 GER
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2020 80,335 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2020 80,335 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Oct 2019 79,024 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 75,946 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 72,523 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2016 69,336 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2016 69,336 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Oct 2015 65,394 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 23 Oct 2015 65,394 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 61,305 miles

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

Fail 18 Oct 2014 61,305 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 9 Nov 2013 54,716 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 48,870 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2011 41,238 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2010 36,414 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Nov 2010 36,414 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 30,679 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Oct 2008 24,694 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 17,553 miles

Oil leak

Pass 26 Oct 2006 12,937 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2005 11,341 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)

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 GER is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 GER, 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 LS51 GER?

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What year was LS51 GER registered?

LS51 GER is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 November 2001.

Is LS51 GER safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS51 GER shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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