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MM51 UMJ

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

100,422 mi
Last recorded100,422 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM51 UMJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 100,422 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 95,807 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 90,400 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 15 May 2023 85,909 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 82,666 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 80,240 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 78,477 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 77,711 miles

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

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

Pass 9 May 2018 75,838 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2017 72,607 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 70,962 miles
Fail 13 May 2016 70,962 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2015 70,373 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 9 May 2014 69,527 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 62,191 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2010 62,191 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 54,299 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 47,637 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 42,327 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2007 42,327 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 20 Apr 2006 38,110 miles

all 4 tyres worn on inner and outer edges, all within limit at time of test

Pass 5 Dec 2005 36,503 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2005 36,503 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

all four tyres worn

rear pads getting low

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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MM51 UMJ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 MM51 UMJ, 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 MM51 UMJ registered?

MM51 UMJ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 September 2001.

Is MM51 UMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MM51 UMJ shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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