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NK51 TVU

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

122,844 mi
Last recorded122,844 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK51 TVU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2016 122,844 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 112,264 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 105,943 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2014 105,943 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2013 102,738 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2013 102,738 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2012 100,215 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2012 100,215 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 91,914 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 84,971 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2010 84,971 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Sep 2009 76,333 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 68,182 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2008 68,182 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2007 62,879 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2007 62,879 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 20 Oct 2006 55,972 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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NK51 TVU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NK51 TVU, 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 NK51 TVU registered?

NK51 TVU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 2 October 2001.

Is NK51 TVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK51 TVU shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NK51 TVU have outstanding finance?

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