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NU51 XOY

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

233,119 mi
Last recorded233,119 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2014
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU51 XOY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2014 233,119 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside front tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear section of exhaust is blowing

Fail 11 Dec 2014 233,119 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside front tyre

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear section of exhaust is blowing

Pass 20 Dec 2013 215,302 miles

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

Fail 19 Dec 2013 215,302 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Pass 2 Jan 2013 198,189 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Jan 2013 198,189 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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

Pass 10 Jan 2012 182,885 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2012 182,885 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2010 152,486 miles

ADVISE FRONT AND REAR NUMBER PLATES BECOMING VERY DIRTY

ADVISE FRONT PIPE SUPPORT BRACKET VERY RUSTY

Pass 8 Oct 2009 126,776 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 100,604 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

number plates starting to fade.

Pass 15 Oct 2007 74,302 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 46,762 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2005 32,022 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 XOY is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 XOY, 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

How do I check the history of NU51 XOY?

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What year was NU51 XOY registered?

NU51 XOY is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 October 2001.

Is NU51 XOY safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU51 XOY shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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