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SP51 VSZ

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

155,689 mi
Last recorded155,689 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2018
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP51 VSZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2018 155,689 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

exhaust has slight leak and is held up with wire for a temp repair

offside door mirror glass damaged

Pass 3 Nov 2017 150,644 miles

front exhaust mount broken but exhaust still secure

rear exhaust hanger is a tempo fix but is holding at time of test

under trays and engine covers fitted preventing inspection

Fail 3 Nov 2017 150,644 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

front exhaust mount broken but exhaust still secure

rear exhaust hanger is a tempo fix but is holding at time of test

under trays and engine covers fitted preventing inspection

Pass 10 Nov 2016 143,350 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all metal brake pipes are showing some corrosion (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

middle bracket on exhaust is broken but still supported by the others

Pass 4 Nov 2015 137,025 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 130,245 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 124,619 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 116,378 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 108,886 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 99,991 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2011 99,986 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 13 Jan 2010 89,188 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 27 Jan 2009 76,891 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 62,368 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 44,676 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2007 44,676 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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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SP51 VSZ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 SP51 VSZ, 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 SP51 VSZ registered?

SP51 VSZ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 September 2001.

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