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RA51 ODC

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

75,674 mi
Last recorded75,674 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2020
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA51 ODC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,597cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2020 75,674 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 42,823 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2018 41,771 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

engine covers fitted

under trays

Pass 6 May 2017 40,644 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 37,136 miles

Front windscreen wiper blade deteriorated.

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 33,191 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s front tyre small cut outer side wall

Pass 18 Feb 2014 27,395 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Feb 2013 24,892 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Feb 2012 21,324 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 18,261 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 16,418 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2010 16,418 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jul 2008 14,453 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 13,985 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 12,569 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 ODC is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 ODC, 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 ODC registered?

RA51 ODC is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 December 2001.

Is RA51 ODC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA51 ODC shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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