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RE51 RXC

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

115,124 mi
Last recorded115,124 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE51 RXC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 18 Aug 2016 115,124 miles

EML Light on

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 103,866 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 94,034 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 88,814 miles

exhaust centre mounting braket broken but system still secure

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 14 Aug 2012 86,449 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

centre exhaust mount broken but exhaust not insecure

Pass 23 Aug 2011 84,391 miles

rear no plate deteriated

Pass 2 Aug 2010 82,010 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 80,120 miles

Rear No Plate poor

Pass 19 Aug 2008 77,639 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 68,619 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

rear number plate coming apart

unable to test all fuel and brake pipes due to under vehicle covers

Pass 11 Aug 2006 57,485 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 RXC is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RXC, 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 RXC registered?

RE51 RXC is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 September 2001.

Is RE51 RXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE51 RXC shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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