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NX51 VLJ

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2016
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

113,181 mi
Last recorded113,181 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2015
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX51 VLJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2015 113,181 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 107,672 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 31 Dec 2009 96,184 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Dec 2008 89,706 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 84,669 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2007 84,669 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)

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

Offside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Pass 30 Aug 2006 72,161 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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NX51 VLJ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 NX51 VLJ, 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 NX51 VLJ registered?

NX51 VLJ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is NX51 VLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for NX51 VLJ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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