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LS51 UVK

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

127,292 mi
Last recorded127,292 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2017 127,292 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 119,833 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

near side outer side wall damage

Fail 20 Jan 2016 119,833 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported exhaust hanger brocken (7.1.1)

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

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

engine covers and under trays fitted

near side front rim distorted slightly

Pass 21 Feb 2014 99,430 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 90,480 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 84,106 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 76,951 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nsf tyre wearing on outer edge

osf tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 3 Feb 2011 76,950 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nsf tyre wearing on outer edge

osf tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 3 Feb 2010 68,516 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2008 59,230 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2007 52,820 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2006 48,526 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 UVK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 UVK, 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 UVK registered?

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

Is LS51 UVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS51 UVK shows 12 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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