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LS51 ZSY

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

154,988 mi
Last recorded154,988 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2018
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS51 ZSY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2018 154,988 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill panel (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 Jun 2014 134,517 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2014 134,517 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 May 2013 122,434 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 112,977 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2011 99,519 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2010 84,188 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 70,670 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 55,036 miles

slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 23 Apr 2007 41,667 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 23,321 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 23,321 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 1 Nov 2005 19,990 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

slight damage to n/s/f tyre wall

slight wear to n/s/f tyre outer edge

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 ZSY is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 ZSY, 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 ZSY registered?

LS51 ZSY is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 October 2001.

Is LS51 ZSY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS51 ZSY shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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