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MU51 WXB

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

216,238 mi
Last recorded216,238 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2018
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMU51 WXB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2018 216,238 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 211,163 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 207,940 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 203,820 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Jan 2014 199,192 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2014 199,182 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2013 194,054 miles

battery in holder but insecure

n/s/front tyre crazing on inside wall

Fail 8 Jan 2013 194,054 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

battery in holder but insecure

n/s/front tyre crazing on inside wall

Pass 9 Jan 2012 190,652 miles

nearside front tyre slight sidewall damage

Fail 9 Jan 2012 190,652 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

nearside front tyre slight sidewall damage

Pass 5 Jan 2011 187,397 miles

nearside front indicator had bad contact on bulb holder working ok now but needs new one soon

Pass 7 Jan 2010 184,341 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 180,136 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2008 176,304 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2007 171,575 miles

off side front tyre wearing on edge

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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MU51 WXB is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MU51 WXB, 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 MU51 WXB registered?

MU51 WXB is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 September 2001.

Is MU51 WXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for MU51 WXB shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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