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LV51 SVG

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2010
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

97,030 mi
Last recorded97,030 miles
Recorded on29 May 2009
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV51 SVG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2009 97,030 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2008 81,478 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Nov 2008 81,478 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 81,136 miles

rear number plate deteriorated

Pass 4 Oct 2007 75,676 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 66,860 miles

both rear tyre treads low at centre section †front tyre treads low at edges †rear brake pads getting low

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 SVG is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LV51 SVG, 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 SVG?

You can check the full history of LV51 SVG by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LV51 SVG registered?

LV51 SVG is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 October 2001.

Is LV51 SVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV51 SVG shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LV51 SVG have outstanding finance?

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