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MA51 VTL

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

104,223 mi
Last recorded104,223 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2008
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA51 VTL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2008 104,223 miles

nearside and offside front tyre wearing on edges

nearside rear tyre worn to wear blocks

plastic covers fitted under side of car nearside and offside front to rear not allowing inspection

rear diff leaking oil

Fail 18 Sep 2008 104,223 miles

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

nearside and offside front tyre wearing on edges

nearside rear tyre worn to wear blocks

plastic covers fitted under side of car nearside and offside front to rear not allowing inspection

rear diff leaking oil

Pass 13 Sep 2007 81,332 miles

advise plastic covers fitted to nearside and offside front to rear not allowing full inspection

diff badly leaking

engine under tray fitted at time of test

movement in nearside front bearing recommend adjustment

Pass 21 Sep 2006 61,826 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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MA51 VTL is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MA51 VTL, 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 MA51 VTL?

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What year was MA51 VTL registered?

MA51 VTL is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 October 2001.

Is MA51 VTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA51 VTL shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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