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MM51 WLW

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2024
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

93,873 mi
Last recorded93,873 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2024
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM51 WLW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Fail 31 Jul 2024 93,873 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 84,463 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 82,838 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 79,356 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 76,521 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 75,289 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 74,762 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 74,533 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 73,882 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 73,021 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 72,054 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 71,330 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2012 70,618 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 69,816 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 63,325 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Jul 2009 56,125 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 56,125 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 45,937 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2007 40,029 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 33,524 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2005 33,035 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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MM51 WLW is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 MM51 WLW, 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.

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What year was MM51 WLW registered?

MM51 WLW is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 December 2001.

Is MM51 WLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for MM51 WLW shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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