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OE51 HRR

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2015
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

126,111 mi
Last recorded126,111 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2014
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE51 HRR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,799cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2014 126,111 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2014

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2013 111,511 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012
Fail 19 Oct 2012

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

Pass 21 Oct 2011 81,036 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2010 65,541 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 51,220 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 43,529 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 36,962 miles

front and rear reg plates fadeing

Pass 18 Dec 2006 27,158 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2005 20,591 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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OE51 HRR is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 OE51 HRR, 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 OE51 HRR registered?

OE51 HRR is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 December 2001.

Is OE51 HRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE51 HRR shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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