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OU51 ZWY

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

114,538 mi
Last recorded114,538 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2013
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU51 ZWY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2013 114,538 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 93,362 miles

Coolant leak

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre sidewall damaged

offside front tyre worn unevenly

rear brake pads worn/unable to see inner ones clearly

Pass 2 Jun 2011 71,174 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

nearside front tyre tread slightly damaged

Fail 2 Jun 2011 71,174 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

nearside front tyre tread slightly damaged

Pass 21 May 2010 49,565 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 33,294 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2008 13,630 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 13,137 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 10,978 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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OU51 ZWY is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 OU51 ZWY, 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 OU51 ZWY?

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What year was OU51 ZWY registered?

OU51 ZWY is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 September 2001.

Is OU51 ZWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU51 ZWY shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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