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LT51 OOW

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2017
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

210,192 mi
Last recorded210,192 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT51 OOW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2016 210,192 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 208,355 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 205,707 miles

Oil leak

Pass 25 Nov 2013 186,125 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 157,720 miles

both rear inner anti-roll bar bushes perished

Fail 15 Sep 2012 156,506 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover missing (2.4.G.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover missing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

both rear inner anti-roll bar bushes perished

Pass 5 Oct 2011 139,888 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

substitute fog in use.

Pass 12 Oct 2010 138,948 miles

wipers smearing

Fail 11 Oct 2010

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

test took long because brake calibration was underway

wipers smearing

Pass 15 Sep 2009 126,891 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2009 126,734 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 12 Sep 2008 112,191 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 89,826 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 74,322 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 70,893 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2005 63,226 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 OOW is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel 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 LT51 OOW, 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 OOW registered?

LT51 OOW is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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