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OY51 HVD

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

268,908 mi
Last recorded268,908 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY51 HVD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 29 Sep 2017 268,908 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 158,933 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 151,555 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 139,817 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 128,622 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 116,331 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 98,287 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 78,136 miles

extensive underbody shrouding,unable to assess some items/areas

front tyres edges wear

Pass 6 Oct 2009 64,433 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 52,913 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2007 42,473 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 34,990 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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OY51 HVD is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OY51 HVD, 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.

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What year was OY51 HVD registered?

OY51 HVD is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is OY51 HVD safe to buy?

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