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OV51 YZN

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2021
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

42,474 mi
Last recorded42,474 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2020
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV51 YZN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2020 42,474 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 41,269 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2019 41,269 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2018 38,209 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 34,756 miles

brake pipes corroaded

Pass 2 Nov 2016 30,850 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2016 30,850 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Nov 2015 27,306 miles

Both rear wheel arches starting to corrode

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

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

Slight oil leak from differential

Pass 29 Oct 2014 23,202 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

front brake discs slightly corroding

Pass 11 Nov 2013 19,988 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

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

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

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

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2012 16,320 miles

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 9 Nov 2011 13,826 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 13,099 miles

some wear at front brake discs,& corrosion on offside inner disc surface.

Fail 10 Nov 2009 12,117 miles

Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 10 Nov 2009 12,117 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 10,936 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 9,196 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 Nov 2006 8,062 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2005 6,606 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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OV51 YZN is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 OV51 YZN, 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 OV51 YZN registered?

OV51 YZN is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 December 2001.

Is OV51 YZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV51 YZN shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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