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LN52 XAO

2002 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

119,857 mi
Last recorded119,857 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2017
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz C84,631 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN52 XAO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2017 119,857 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 14 Nov 2016 116,778 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot both (2.7.4)

Pass 31 Oct 2015 107,673 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 12 Nov 2014 93,430 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

presenter adviced

Pass 12 Nov 2014 93,430 miles

presenter adviced

Pass 6 Nov 2013 77,180 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Nov 2012 71,073 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2011 65,314 miles

presenter adviced

Fail 5 Nov 2011 65,314 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

presenter adviced

Pass 11 Oct 2010 59,661 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Pass 10 Oct 2009 54,044 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 48,902 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 44,099 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 38,063 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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LN52 XAO is a 2002 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2002 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 84,631 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 LN52 XAO, 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 24 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LN52 XAO registered?

LN52 XAO is a 2002 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is LN52 XAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN52 XAO shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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