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SC51 AXX

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

120,765 mi
Last recorded120,765 miles
Recorded on31 May 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC51 AXX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2016 120,765 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front and rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 29 Jan 2015 119,406 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 1 Feb 2014 108,547 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 107,226 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 102,671 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 3 Feb 2009 100,113 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2008 97,545 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 31 Jan 2008 97,545 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 86,066 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

advice keep eye on rear tyers advice on look at o/s/front headlight

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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SC51 AXX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SC51 AXX, 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 SC51 AXX registered?

SC51 AXX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is SC51 AXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC51 AXX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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