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PE51 FLL

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2025
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

145,222 mi
Last recorded145,222 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2024
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE51 FLL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2024 145,222 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 139,734 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 116,250 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 10 Nov 2022 116,250 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Oct 2021 101,983 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 100,819 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 100,748 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 100,514 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 100,172 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front tyre has outer tyre wall damage

Nearside Rear tyre has outer side wall damage

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Oct 2016 99,850 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 99,536 miles

both front and both rear tyres cracking

Pass 27 Oct 2014 98,977 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2014 98,977 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 17 Oct 2013 98,430 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 97,647 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2012 97,630 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 15 Oct 2011 96,771 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2011 96,771 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2010 95,691 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 95,043 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 94,118 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2008 94,118 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Oct 2007 93,217 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 88,267 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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PE51 FLL is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 PE51 FLL, 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 PE51 FLL registered?

PE51 FLL is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 September 2001.

Is PE51 FLL safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE51 FLL shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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