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Y151 RBH

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

191,151 mi
Last recorded191,151 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2013
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY151 RBH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2013 191,151 miles

4 wheel arches are corroded

Pass 23 Jun 2012 173,210 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 156,879 miles

Offside & nearside front tyres wearing on edge.

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

Wheel arches corrodding..

Pass 25 Jun 2010 144,814 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2010 144,814 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 13 May 2009 131,760 miles

unable to check certain items due to plastic shielding

Pass 26 Mar 2008 120,072 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2008 120,072 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s/f tyre worn on edges

Pass 15 Mar 2007 109,296 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside side repeater lens damaged

Offside and nearside front forward track control arm inner bushes worn

Play in nearside front anti roll bar link bar ball joint

Power steering seems slightly heavy

Unable to see testable itmes due to extensive use of plastic covers

Fail 15 Mar 2007 109,296 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside side repeater lens damaged

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside and nearside front forward track control arm inner bushes worn

Play in nearside front anti roll bar link bar ball joint

Power steering seems slightly heavy

Unable to see testable itmes due to extensive use of plastic covers

Pass 27 Mar 2006 101,186 miles

Play in offside steering rack

Slight inconsistancy to nearside front brake reading

Slight play in nearside front anti roll bar link bar

Unable to see some testable items due to extensive use of plastic covers

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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Y151 RBH is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 Y151 RBH, 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 Y151 RBH registered?

Y151 RBH is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 March 2001.

Is Y151 RBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y151 RBH shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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