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NU51 KXB

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2012
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

115,097 mi
Last recorded115,097 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2011
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU51 KXB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2011 115,097 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 11,762 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2010 11,762 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 20 Aug 2009 106,405 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2009 106,405 miles

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 18 Aug 2008 100,037 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 93,816 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 87,260 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2006 87,260 miles

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

Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2005 79,638 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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NU51 KXB is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 NU51 KXB, 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 NU51 KXB registered?

NU51 KXB is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 September 2001.

Is NU51 KXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU51 KXB shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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