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VE51 YZA

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

64,767 mi
Last recorded64,767 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2016
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE51 YZA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2016 64,767 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 64,580 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 62,217 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 59,807 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 54,974 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 53,336 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 50,312 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 48,444 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 46,281 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Mar 2007 44,341 miles

near side front tyre outer wall slightly damaged

Fail 30 Mar 2007 44,341 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

near side front tyre outer wall slightly damaged

Pass 12 Apr 2006 42,073 miles

bodykit fitted to sills

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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VE51 YZA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 VE51 YZA, 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 VE51 YZA registered?

VE51 YZA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 November 2001.

Is VE51 YZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE51 YZA shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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