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LV51 FPP

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

102,008 mi
Last recorded102,008 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV51 FPP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2016 102,008 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 99,254 miles

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

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

Fail 15 May 2015 99,254 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front 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 30 Jan 2014 94,477 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 91,340 miles

Nearside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

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

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

eml on

Pass 25 Nov 2011 84,900 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 80,229 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 80,229 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 15 Oct 2009 75,095 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 70,409 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2008 70,409 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Nov 2006 58,334 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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LV51 FPP is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LV51 FPP, 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 LV51 FPP registered?

LV51 FPP is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is LV51 FPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV51 FPP shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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