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LX51 WPZ

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

136,395 mi
Last recorded136,395 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX51 WPZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2016 136,395 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 121,678 miles

Nearside Front drop link has slight play in ball joint

Nearside Front tyre close to limit

Nearside Rear tyre close to limit

Rear brake pads getting low

both rear differential oil seals leaking

Pass 14 Nov 2014 105,475 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 92,791 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 73,718 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2012 73,713 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

sills covered

Pass 31 Aug 2011 67,025 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2011 67,025 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 28 Aug 2010 59,201 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2010 59,200 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2009 51,908 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 44,628 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 37,403 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 30,122 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2005 20,814 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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LX51 WPZ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LX51 WPZ, 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.

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What year was LX51 WPZ registered?

LX51 WPZ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 September 2001.

Is LX51 WPZ safe to buy?

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