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Y551 RTF

2001 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

133,390 mi
Last recorded133,390 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2017
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz C86,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY551 RTF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,295cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 27 Apr 2017 133,390 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 127,249 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 119,095 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 111,149 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 95,588 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 88,785 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 81,101 miles

both rear tyres 3mm tread left

front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 21 May 2009 72,988 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 28 May 2008 65,648 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 58,555 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 47,575 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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Y551 RTF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y551 RTF, 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 Y551 RTF?

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What year was Y551 RTF registered?

Y551 RTF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 June 2001.

Is Y551 RTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y551 RTF shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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