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OY51 RZS

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

121,354 mi
Last recorded121,354 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2014
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY51 RZS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2014 121,354 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)

Pass 11 Jan 2013 98,484 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 90,109 miles

eml on

Pass 25 Jan 2011 74,505 miles

Front discs are slightly worn

N/S Mirror indicator cracked

Oil leak

eml on dash

Fail 25 Jan 2011 74,505 miles

Brake pivot has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

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

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Parking brake not fitted on at least two wheels (3.1.1)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front discs are slightly worn

N/S Mirror indicator cracked

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

Oil leak

eml on dash

Pass 6 Jan 2010 57,432 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 33,188 miles

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

Fail 2 Dec 2008 33,188 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 11 Sep 2007 18,258 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 17,110 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2005 16,164 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 RZS is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 RZS, 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 OY51 RZS registered?

OY51 RZS is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 September 2001.

Is OY51 RZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for OY51 RZS shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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