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OY51 XRK

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2023
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

146,827 mi
Last recorded146,827 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2022
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY51 XRK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2022 146,827 miles

Nearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 137,862 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 130,444 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 124,136 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 12 Sep 2019 124,136 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 119,748 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 114,089 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 108,925 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 103,124 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 95,260 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Sep 2013 84,183 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on edges,nearside front link rod boot wearing

Pass 20 Oct 2012 73,475 miles

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

n/s front tyre inner & outer edges worn, both rear tyres 3mm & starting to perish on sidewalls & treads.

tow bar electrics work but need attension

Pass 23 Sep 2011 68,160 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 64,254 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 60,553 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 55,061 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2008 55,061 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2007 46,321 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 39,884 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 38,601 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 XRK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 XRK, 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 XRK registered?

OY51 XRK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 September 2001.

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