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SK51 OAG

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

95,041 mi
Last recorded95,041 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK51 OAG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2016 95,041 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 76,218 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Aug 2014 71,103 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 7 Aug 2014 71,101 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 66,402 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 61,886 miles

Offside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Aug 2011 58,518 miles

Offside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Aug 2010 56,440 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2009 53,975 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2009 53,973 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Aug 2008 50,967 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 47,117 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 40,223 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2006 40,223 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Aug 2005 33,480 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 OAG is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OAG, 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 SK51 OAG registered?

SK51 OAG is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is SK51 OAG safe to buy?

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