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RA51 EYB

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

132,606 mi
Last recorded132,606 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2013
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA51 EYB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2013 132,606 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 123,675 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 112,314 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Aug 2010 101,913 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 94,822 miles

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

Fail 13 Aug 2009 94,822 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Aug 2008 88,849 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2008 88,849 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 5 Mar 2007 77,841 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 69,978 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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RA51 EYB is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 RA51 EYB, 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 RA51 EYB registered?

RA51 EYB is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 December 2001.

Is RA51 EYB safe to buy?

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