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PJ51 EFK

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

74,213 mi
Last recorded74,213 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ51 EFK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 74,213 miles
Fail 19 May 2026 74,194 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 May 2025 72,237 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 69,265 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 65,998 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 65,009 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 62,836 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 62,606 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 61,125 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 57,007 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 52,822 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2016 51,120 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 22 May 2015 49,137 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2014 47,784 miles

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

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

Pass 29 May 2013 44,934 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 42,047 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 42,047 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 37,679 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 35,890 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 33,931 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 32,054 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 30,392 miles

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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PJ51 EFK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 PJ51 EFK, 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 PJ51 EFK registered?

PJ51 EFK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 November 2001.

Is PJ51 EFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ51 EFK shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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