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RX51 FSO

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

113,121 mi
Last recorded113,121 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2024
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX51 FSO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2024 113,121 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2024 113,121 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Jan 2024 109,329 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2024 109,329 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2022 102,439 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2022 102,439 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 95,130 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox side (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 89,055 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 82,382 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 75,035 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 66,860 miles

abs light show intermittent fault

mil light on

Pass 15 Sep 2016 63,801 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 61,605 miles

Engine management light illuminated

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt front (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2014 59,764 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 56,785 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 54,602 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 51,547 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 48,791 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 46,344 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 4 Sep 2009 46,344 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Sep 2008 40,611 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 32,124 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 25,931 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2005 21,641 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)

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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RX51 FSO 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 83.3%.

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 RX51 FSO, 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 RX51 FSO?

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What year was RX51 FSO registered?

RX51 FSO is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is RX51 FSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX51 FSO shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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