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LX51 WTA

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

131,905 mi
Last recorded131,905 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2018
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX51 WTA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2018 131,905 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Sep 2018 131,905 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 125,680 miles

Oil leak ()

engine covers fitted

n/s-o/s outer sill covers fitted

under covers fitted

wheel cap covers fitted

Pass 5 Sep 2016 117,410 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2016 117,410 miles

Nearside 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)

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)

Pass 10 Sep 2015 111,666 miles

nearside front tyre worn on outter edge

slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 23 Sep 2014 105,491 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 97,381 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 89,217 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 80,711 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 72,059 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 62,564 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 50,482 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 43,311 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 37,620 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2005 32,288 miles

Full under covers fitted

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 WTA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 WTA, 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 LX51 WTA registered?

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

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