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LV51 FRC

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

110,979 mi
Last recorded110,979 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2024
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2024 110,979 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2023 107,233 miles

under body corrosion

Pass 14 May 2022 106,701 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 105,499 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly damaged nearside & offside (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded nearside & offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear brake pipes are slightly corroded

Rear tyres are worn on inner edges

Fail 7 Sep 2018 105,497 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly damaged nearside & offside (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded nearside & offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear brake pipes are slightly corroded

Rear tyres are worn on inner edges

Pass 18 Aug 2017 102,222 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Rear tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 18 Aug 2017 102,222 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 19 Aug 2016 97,050 miles

Nearside Front Tyre Inner sidewall is slightly split

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 92,206 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 86,347 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 80,584 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 75,171 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 69,462 miles

Oil leak

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

unable to inspect brake master cylinder due to cover fitted

Fail 4 Aug 2011 69,462 miles

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

unable to inspect brake master cylinder due to cover fitted

Pass 25 Aug 2010 64,536 miles

Oil leak

unable to inspect brake master cylinder,front suspension & steering fully due to covers fitted

Pass 26 Aug 2009 59,154 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)

unable yo check steering brake master pivit suspension mounts fuel pipes fully as covers fitted

Fail 22 Aug 2008 54,002 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 54,002 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 47,969 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 41,360 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2006 41,360 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

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

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 FRC is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 LV51 FRC, 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

How do I check the history of LV51 FRC?

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What year was LV51 FRC registered?

LV51 FRC is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 September 2001.

Is LV51 FRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV51 FRC shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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