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RV51 SFK

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

152,300 mi
Last recorded152,300 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2015
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV51 SFK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2015 152,300 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 148,137 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2014 148,137 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Macpherson strut insecure (2.4.G.1)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Sep 2013 143,812 miles

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

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

n/s/r tyre outter wall cut but not to cords

Pass 11 Sep 2012 140,022 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 136,560 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

engine managment lamp dispalyed

n/s o/s front brake discs light corrosion

plastic trim fitted underbody and sills

Pass 10 Sep 2010 128,797 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2009 120,486 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2008 111,136 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2008 111,136 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2007 103,693 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 96,189 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)

Pass 21 Sep 2005 84,200 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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RV51 SFK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 RV51 SFK, 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 RV51 SFK?

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What year was RV51 SFK registered?

RV51 SFK is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 September 2001.

Is RV51 SFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV51 SFK shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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