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LX51 ZGY

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

69,218 mi
Last recorded69,218 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX51 ZGY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 69,218 miles

Central Rear Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated drive shaft rear leak (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2024 67,711 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 66,622 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 64,877 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 63,488 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2020 63,485 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 61,871 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 60,638 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 59,191 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 55,760 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 50,516 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 44,404 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2014 44,404 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Feb 2013 40,548 miles

handbrake imbalance

Pass 10 Nov 2011 38,501 miles

rear diff leaking slightly

Fail 9 Nov 2010 37,599 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Nov 2010 37,599 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 35,207 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Sep 2008 32,870 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 29,929 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2007 29,928 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 13 Sep 2006 27,372 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2005 24,841 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 ZGY is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 ZGY, 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 ZGY registered?

LX51 ZGY is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is LX51 ZGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX51 ZGY shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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