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LY51 HFN

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

61,062 mi
Last recorded61,062 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2009
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY51 HFN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2009 61,062 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2009 61,062 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 3 Dec 2007 51,532 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 45,867 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2005 39,835 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2005 39,834 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

O/S/F TYRE IS 195.55.16 †N/S/F TYRE IS 205.55.16 †THIS IS NOT A FAIL BUT WOULD LIKE TO INFORM YOU †WOULD RECOMEND SAME TYRES ON ONE AXLE

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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LY51 HFN is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LY51 HFN, 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 LY51 HFN?

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What year was LY51 HFN registered?

LY51 HFN is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 November 2001.

Is LY51 HFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY51 HFN shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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