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LY51 UOO

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

106,879 mi
Last recorded106,879 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2019
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY51 UOO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2019 106,879 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Sides (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 25 Sep 2019 106,759 miles

Front Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Driver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Sides (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2018 101,549 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2017 96,587 miles

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

Front Lower Play in steering rack inner joint(s) bothside ()

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front tyre has wear and tear on outer sidewall

undertray fitted obstructing some under engine components

Fail 9 Feb 2017 96,585 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect bothside (1.8.A.1b)

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced bothside (1.7.5a)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively bothside (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre has had the tread recut inner and outer edge (4.1.D.1c)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Front Lower Play in steering rack inner joint(s) bothside ()

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front tyre has wear and tear on outer sidewall

undertray fitted obstructing some under engine components

Pass 18 Jan 2016 95,000 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 91,420 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Sep 2013 89,472 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 87,748 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 86,323 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 84,761 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2010 84,671 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 4 Jul 2009 82,480 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 74,461 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2007 64,857 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 8 Jan 2007 64,845 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 5 Jan 2006 53,037 miles

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 UOO is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 LY51 UOO, 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 UOO registered?

LY51 UOO is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 November 2001.

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