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RJ51 EZX

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

84,729 mi
Last recorded84,729 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2023
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ51 EZX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2023 84,729 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 82,618 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 80,436 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 76,744 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2019 69,823 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 9 Oct 2019 69,823 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Oct 2018 57,658 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 24 Aug 2017 49,915 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 49,012 miles

Engine warning light on

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

engine covers fitted

n/s mirror frame loose

under trays fitted

Pass 11 Aug 2015 47,984 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine warning light on

n/s mirror frame loose

Fail 11 Aug 2015 47,984 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine warning light on

n/s mirror frame loose

Pass 5 Aug 2014 46,718 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

outer tyre wall on all 4 tyres perished

Fail 13 Aug 2013 45,546 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f outer tyre wall starting to perish

n/s/f wing dented

n/s/r outer tyre wall starting to perish

o/s/f outer tyre wall starting to perish

o/s/r outer tyre wall starting to perish

Pass 13 Aug 2013 45,546 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f outer tyre wall starting to perish

n/s/f wing dented

n/s/r outer tyre wall starting to perish

o/s/f outer tyre wall starting to perish

o/s/r outer tyre wall starting to perish

Pass 15 Aug 2012 44,042 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 4 Aug 2011 41,941 miles

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 9 Aug 2010 39,716 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 37,562 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 34,320 miles

Gearboox oil leak

Fail 12 Aug 2008 34,320 miles

Gearboox oil leak

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 15 Aug 2007 30,172 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 25,090 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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RJ51 EZX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 RJ51 EZX, 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.

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What year was RJ51 EZX registered?

RJ51 EZX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 September 2001.

Is RJ51 EZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ51 EZX shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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