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LY51 UAH

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2019
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

127,201 mi
Last recorded127,201 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2018
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY51 UAH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2018 127,201 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2017 123,450 miles

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

Fail 16 Dec 2017 123,450 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 12 Dec 2016 116,443 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Dec 2015 109,344 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 100,078 miles

offside front tyre worn heavily on both edges

Pass 11 Dec 2013 91,382 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2012 83,059 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Dec 2012 83,059 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 75,198 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2011 67,273 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2011 67,273 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 59,551 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2010 59,551 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

o/s/f tyre on 2mm

Pass 15 Dec 2008 51,642 miles

both rear indicator starting to go white

Fail 15 Dec 2008 51,642 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

both rear indicator starting to go white

Pass 4 Dec 2007 43,287 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 36,007 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 26,118 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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LY51 UAH is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 LY51 UAH, 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 LY51 UAH registered?

LY51 UAH is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 December 2001.

Is LY51 UAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY51 UAH shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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