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MM51 ZRA

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

111,103 mi
Last recorded111,103 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM51 ZRA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 111,103 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 111,098 miles

All Vehicle suspension corroded

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

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

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 6 Dec 2023 111,021 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 5 Dec 2023 111,021 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 110,954 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met 16%

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Nov 2021 110,843 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2021 110,843 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2020 110,590 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive engine undertray (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Dec 2020 110,571 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Fluid leak, but not excessive engine undertray (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 109,607 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 109,455 miles

nearside rear tyre out of shape on inner edge

play in offside front tie rod

slight play in offside front wheel bearing

Pass 5 Jun 2017 109,269 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 108,829 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2015 108,168 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear diff damp

Fail 16 Jun 2015 108,167 miles

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

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear diff damp

Pass 12 Jun 2014 107,585 miles

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

chips to screen

slight corrosion to both rear outer wheel arches

Fail 10 Jun 2014 107,581 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

chips to screen

slight corrosion to both rear outer wheel arches

Fail 13 Jun 2013 105,912 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front wiper blades in poor condition

Pass 13 Jun 2013 105,912 miles

front wiper blades in poor condition

Pass 18 Jun 2012 103,053 miles

Offside front tyre damaged on outer sidewall

Pass 28 Jun 2011 101,175 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 83,536 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 81,228 miles

suspected fuel leak signs on side of block and undertray unsable to see component leaking

Pass 7 Oct 2008 72,814 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 63,890 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 54,529 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 ZRA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 ZRA, 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 ZRA registered?

MM51 ZRA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 2 October 2001.

Is MM51 ZRA safe to buy?

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