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OY51 HVK

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

175,872 mi
Last recorded175,872 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2011
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2011 175,872 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 170,289 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2010 170,289 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Upper Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

n/s/rear seat belt not tested , child seat fitted,

Pass 12 Jan 2009 163,782 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Jan 2008 157,484 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2007 151,652 miles

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Jan 2007 151,652 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2005 122,545 miles

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

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

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 HVK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HVK, 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 HVK registered?

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

Is OY51 HVK safe to buy?

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