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LS51 OJK

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

90,004 mi
Last recorded90,004 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2019
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS51 OJK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2019 90,004 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 85,137 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 80,365 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 77,998 miles

Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view offside front (8.1.2a)

underside covers prevent full inspection of some components

underside of vehicle oily

Fail 8 Apr 2016 77,998 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect nearside front (1.8.A.1b)

Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view offside front (8.1.2a)

underside covers prevent full inspection of some components

underside of vehicle oily

Pass 16 Apr 2015 74,043 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 72,068 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2014 72,068 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2013 696,669 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2013 69,666 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2012 64,656 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 Apr 2011 61,175 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 57,224 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 47,694 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2007 41,432 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 May 2006 36,194 miles

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

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

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 OJK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver 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 OJK, 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.

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What year was LS51 OJK registered?

LS51 OJK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 October 2001.

Is LS51 OJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS51 OJK 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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