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VA51 WXH

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2023
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

137,297 mi
Last recorded137,297 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2022
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA51 WXH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 1 Nov 2022 137,297 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 135,380 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 132,936 miles

Front Lower Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Oct 2019 131,704 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 128,600 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 125,651 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Jul 2016 122,068 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 120,239 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 117,277 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 113,558 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2012 107,433 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 101,224 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 95,299 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2009 83,358 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 73,022 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

both front wipers worn

Pass 17 Jul 2007 51,452 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 51,405 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 46,325 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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VA51 WXH is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VA51 WXH, 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 VA51 WXH registered?

VA51 WXH is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 October 2001.

Is VA51 WXH safe to buy?

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