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VU51 LZL

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

99,066 mi
Last recorded99,066 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU51 LZL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2026 99,066 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2025 95,803 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2025 95,803 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2024 91,689 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2024 91,689 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Sep 2023 87,827 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 84,003 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 80,663 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 78,287 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 76,261 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 73,413 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 71,165 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 66,354 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 61,563 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 61,170 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 60,570 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 59,955 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 59,730 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 58,841 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 57,913 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 57,214 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 56,068 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 54,861 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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VU51 LZL is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 VU51 LZL, 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 VU51 LZL registered?

VU51 LZL is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is VU51 LZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU51 LZL shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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