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RO51 PHN

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Orange Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

86,728 mi
Last recorded86,728 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO51 PHN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2016 86,728 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 80,993 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 75,365 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 69,974 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 128,778 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 56,486 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2010 51,448 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 40,070 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2008 40,070 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 7 Nov 2007 35,532 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 30,177 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2005 24,598 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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RO51 PHN is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Orange with a 1,998cc petrol 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 RO51 PHN, 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

How do I check the history of RO51 PHN?

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What year was RO51 PHN registered?

RO51 PHN is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 October 2001.

Is RO51 PHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO51 PHN 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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