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SK51 TZP

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

105,831 mi
Last recorded105,831 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2015
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK51 TZP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2015 105,831 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2014 100,265 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2014 100,265 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2013 92,873 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 84,798 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 76,121 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 68,998 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 63,126 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 60,659 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 56,920 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2006 56,915 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside rear tyre, tread - directional †Nearside rear tyre tread - non directional

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 TZP is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 TZP, 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 SK51 TZP?

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What year was SK51 TZP registered?

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

Is SK51 TZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK51 TZP shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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