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P2 BVM

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

33,376 mi
Last recorded33,376 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP2 BVM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 33,376 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2025 33,153 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 27 Oct 2025 33,148 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2024 32,815 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 32,720 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2023 32,714 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2022 32,174 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 33,099 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 31,841 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 31,543 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2019 31,537 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure marked (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Sep 2018 30,735 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2017 29,779 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 28,755 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 28,525 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 28,140 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2014 28,133 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

offside rear tyre outer sidewall deteriorating

Pass 2 Oct 2013 27,874 miles

nearside front tyre outer sidewall deteriorating

nearside front tyre worn on edge of tread

nearside rear tyre outer sidewall deteriorating

Pass 5 Oct 2012 27,573 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 27,349 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 26,378 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 24,516 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 22,616 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 19,905 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 16,762 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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P2 BVM is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P2 BVM, 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 P2 BVM registered?

P2 BVM is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 December 2001.

Is P2 BVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P2 BVM shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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