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PK51 VPX

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2012
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

112,235 mi
Last recorded112,235 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2011
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK51 VPX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2011 112,235 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 89,791 miles

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

wiper blade conditions poor

Fail 28 Jan 2010 89,790 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

wiper blade conditions poor

Pass 5 Sep 2008 85,753 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 81,118 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 80,962 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 76,795 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2005 71,664 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2005 71,664 miles

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

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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PK51 VPX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 PK51 VPX, 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

How do I check the history of PK51 VPX?

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What year was PK51 VPX registered?

PK51 VPX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 November 2001.

Is PK51 VPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK51 VPX shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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