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VA51 YXN

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

162,708 mi
Last recorded162,708 miles
Recorded on4 May 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA51 YXN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 May 2016 162,708 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 153,380 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 141,616 miles

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

slight play steering rack

Pass 1 May 2013 129,649 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

near side rear and off side front tyres have cuts in treads not deep enough to reach cords

rear exhaust system has broken hanger

Pass 5 May 2012 116,836 miles

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

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

eml light on

offside front tyre has a cut in tread not deep enough to reach cords

rear exhaust system has a broken hanger

Fail 5 May 2012 116,836 miles

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

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

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

eml light on

rear exhaust system has a broken hanger

Pass 7 May 2011 103,147 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 94,391 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 72,441 miles

diff pinion oil seal leaking.

Fail 2 May 2009 72,441 miles

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

diff pinion oil seal leaking.

Pass 8 May 2008 63,698 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 55,289 miles

diff pinion oil seal leaking

Pass 8 May 2006 45,320 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2005 41,886 miles

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

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

rear brake pads appear low wheel off inspection advise

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 YXN is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YXN, 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 VA51 YXN?

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What year was VA51 YXN registered?

VA51 YXN is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 November 2001.

Is VA51 YXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA51 YXN shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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