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MC51 NXO

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

76,163 mi
Last recorded76,163 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC51 NXO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 15 May 2026 76,163 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Age cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2025 69,055 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 60,727 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 58,370 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2022 55,313 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 50,252 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 48,334 miles

rear exhaust clamp broken but system adequately supported

under tray fitted

Pass 11 Apr 2019 45,643 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 41,948 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 39,470 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 36,475 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 32,953 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 30,946 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 28,893 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 26,685 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 25,169 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 22,600 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Aug 2009 20,593 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 18,027 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 14,691 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 12,588 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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MC51 NXO is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MC51 NXO, 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 MC51 NXO registered?

MC51 NXO is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 September 2001.

Is MC51 NXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for MC51 NXO shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MC51 NXO have outstanding finance?

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