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LT51 JNV

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

103,736 mi
Last recorded103,736 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2013
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT51 JNV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2013 103,736 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 97,631 miles

Exhaust mount broken

Rear indicator bulbs slightly discoloured

SRS light illuminated

Fail 15 Nov 2012 97,631 miles

Exhaust mount broken

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear indicator bulbs slightly discoloured

SRS light illuminated

Fail 26 Oct 2011 90,557 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 26 Oct 2011 90,557 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 81,986 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 74,980 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2008 63,315 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 49,768 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2006 49,768 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 21 Dec 2005 37,243 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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LT51 JNV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 LT51 JNV, 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 LT51 JNV registered?

LT51 JNV is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 September 2001.

Is LT51 JNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT51 JNV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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