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LS51 UTU

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

80,972 mi
Last recorded80,972 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS51 UTU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 80,972 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Nov 2025 80,969 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

EML light on

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Oct 2025 80,914 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Sep 2025 80,836 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2024 76,924 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 72,590 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 69,228 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 65,788 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 20 Sep 2021 65,706 miles

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

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 22 Sep 2020 62,583 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 59,354 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 58,890 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2017 57,836 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 56,153 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 54,029 miles

Offside Rear cut but not showing cords.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 51,541 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 49,072 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 46,292 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 43,481 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 40,795 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

esp warning active

Pass 12 Nov 2009 36,753 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 32,374 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 29,994 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 26,143 miles

Nearside front tyre worn slightly on outer edge of tread.

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 UTU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 UTU, 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 UTU?

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What year was LS51 UTU registered?

LS51 UTU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 November 2001.

Is LS51 UTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS51 UTU shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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