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Y524 KPU

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2027
Tests29 (22 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75.9%

Mileage

109,853 mi
Last recorded109,853 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2026
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY524 KPU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

22 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2026 109,853 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2026 109,821 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Sep 2025 108,178 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 107,109 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 106,128 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 105,261 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 103,987 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 101,679 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2020 101,679 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 98,397 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2019 98,397 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2018 94,742 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 91,248 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2017 91,248 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Oct 2016 87,203 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 83,216 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 80,201 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 76,924 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2014 76,924 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 73,984 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2013 73,984 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 May 2012 70,870 miles
Fail 19 May 2011 67,866 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 May 2011 67,866 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 65,371 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 61,340 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 54,343 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 48,564 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 39,793 miles

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

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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Y524 KPU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75.9%.

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 Y524 KPU, 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 Y524 KPU?

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What year was Y524 KPU registered?

Y524 KPU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 June 2001.

Is Y524 KPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y524 KPU shows 29 tests with a 75.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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