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LW51 XGU

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

55,929 mi
Last recorded55,929 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2025
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW51 XGU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2025 55,929 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 51,602 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 47,759 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 12 Jan 2023 47,757 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Jan 2022 45,098 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 42,864 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing replace asap (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Jan 2020 41,008 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 31,951 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 28,694 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2018 28,694 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 27,896 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2017 27,896 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2016 27,548 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 26,454 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 25,911 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 25,308 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2012 25,293 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 20 Oct 2011 24,071 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing low on tread

offside rear tyre perished and deteriorated

Pass 20 Nov 2010 22,896 miles

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

engine and under body covers fitted

front brake pads look low

Pass 22 Oct 2009 19,600 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 15,425 miles

oil unerside of vehicle

Pass 8 Nov 2007 12,894 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 10,029 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2005 6,200 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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LW51 XGU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 LW51 XGU, 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 LW51 XGU registered?

LW51 XGU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 November 2001.

Is LW51 XGU safe to buy?

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