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SK51 BZP

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

112,202 mi
Last recorded112,202 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2014
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK51 BZP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2014 112,202 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2013 108,887 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2013 108,887 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

Four Malfuntions show on dash display.

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 104,201 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 88,304 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2007 75,323 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 66,034 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 73,765 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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SK51 BZP is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SK51 BZP, 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 SK51 BZP registered?

SK51 BZP is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 October 2001.

Is SK51 BZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK51 BZP shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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