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LS51 LNY

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

33,598 mi
Last recorded33,598 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 33,598 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2024 33,202 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

central locking faulty nearside front

Fail 15 Dec 2024 33,198 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

central locking faulty nearside front

Pass 14 Dec 2023 32,726 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 32,154 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 31,443 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2020 30,889 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 30,292 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2018 29,086 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 27,905 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 26,017 miles

front tyres wearing on outer surfaces

Pass 14 Dec 2015 24,410 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2014 22,741 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Nov 2013 20,799 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Oct 2012 19,479 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 18,107 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 16,503 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 14,598 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 12,908 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 10,756 miles

Nearside front tyre outer wall damaged

Pass 2 Oct 2006 8,224 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2005 6,184 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 LNY is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 LNY, 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 LNY?

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What year was LS51 LNY registered?

LS51 LNY is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 October 2001.

Is LS51 LNY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS51 LNY shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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