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RK51 XTE

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2155cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK51 XTE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,155cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2022

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 72,028 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 71,326 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 70,656 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018

underside of vehicle has surface rust

Pass 13 Oct 2017 67,912 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 13 Oct 2017 67,912 miles

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2016 66,635 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 65,905 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Oct 2014 64,002 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 62,180 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 60,808 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 58,040 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2011 58,040 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 19 Oct 2010 54,713 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2009 45,891 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 43,085 miles

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

Fail 23 Oct 2008 43,085 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 22 Oct 2007 39,560 miles

Front wiperblade struggling to clear windscreen.

Rear brake discs lightly coroded around edges.

Slight play in both front wheel bearings.

Pass 1 Nov 2006 35,725 miles

slight damage to chassis member by offside front suspension mounting

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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RK51 XTE is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,155cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 RK51 XTE, 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 RK51 XTE registered?

RK51 XTE is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 November 2001.

Is RK51 XTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK51 XTE shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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