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WP51 OUW

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

174,813 mi
Last recorded174,813 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP51 OUW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2017 174,813 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both side (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

both rear tyre's wearing close to limit

windscreen has stone chips

Pass 30 Jul 2016 171,055 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 30 Jul 2016 171,055 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 18 Oct 2014 272,981 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 261,947 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 22 Oct 2013 261,947 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Oct 2012 249,776 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 235,490 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 225,582 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 131,446 miles

small stone chips in windscreen

Fail 30 Oct 2009 131,443 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

small stone chips in windscreen

Pass 13 Oct 2008 122,230 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 115,232 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 111,620 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2006 111,620 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 12 Oct 2005 88,179 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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WP51 OUW 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 75%.

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 WP51 OUW, 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 WP51 OUW registered?

WP51 OUW is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 December 2001.

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