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SD51 WBT

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2022
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

71,802 mi
Last recorded71,802 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2021
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD51 WBT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2021 71,802 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

underside of vehicle is covered with plastic undertray making inspection difficult

Fail 8 Nov 2021 71,802 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 70,095 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

all rear suspension arms slight corrosion

Fail 12 Nov 2020 70,095 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2019 66,944 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 61,005 miles

unable to properly inspect sills due to plastic sideskirts

Pass 9 Oct 2017 56,109 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 51,340 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 48,290 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2015 48,290 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2014 45,797 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 43,922 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 42,214 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 40,360 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Oct 2010 39,007 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2010 38,922 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 28 Oct 2009 36,339 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2009 36,336 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Oct 2008 32,813 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2007 29,917 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Oct 2007 29,917 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 26,909 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2006 26,909 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Oct 2005 22,168 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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SD51 WBT is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SD51 WBT, 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.

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What year was SD51 WBT registered?

SD51 WBT is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 November 2001.

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