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RG51 JHU

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2022
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

119,493 mi
Last recorded119,493 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2021
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRG51 JHU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2021 119,493 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 113,132 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2020 113,132 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2019 110,163 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2019 107,711 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225 45 17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225 45 17 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

undertrays fitted

Pass 4 Jun 2018 95,263 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

both headlight outputs deteriated

Fail 4 Jun 2018 95,263 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both 21" 22" (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

both headlight outputs deteriated

Pass 26 Jul 2017 90,381 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2016 85,737 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 82,154 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 81,946 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 79,149 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 75,606 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 71,169 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Aug 2012 71,169 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2011 66,973 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 60,314 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2010 60,314 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 54,462 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2009 54,461 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 28 Aug 2008 48,100 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 41,463 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 35,385 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2005 28,721 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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RG51 JHU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RG51 JHU, 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 RG51 JHU registered?

RG51 JHU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 September 2001.

Is RG51 JHU safe to buy?

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