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RE51 KZW

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

117,145 mi
Last recorded117,145 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE51 KZW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2016 117,145 miles

Offside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 6 Jan 2016 110,558 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 8 Oct 2014 97,741 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Aug 2013 93,154 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 88,180 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 85,270 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2011 85,213 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2010 81,934 miles

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

nearside rear brake squeaking

Pass 16 Jul 2009 79,266 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 76,101 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 72,468 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 69,506 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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RE51 KZW is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 RE51 KZW, 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 RE51 KZW registered?

RE51 KZW is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 September 2001.

Is RE51 KZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE51 KZW shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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