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117 CYG

2011 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

88,367 mi
Last recorded88,367 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz C76,133 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration117 CYG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2025 88,367 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 84,879 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 79,775 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 73,724 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2021 67,605 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 64,914 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 61,198 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 54,829 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 44,080 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 39,933 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 31,862 miles

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Offside Rear Tyre has small cut to cords but less than 25mm long

Fail 11 Sep 2014 21,962 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Sep 2014 21,962 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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117 CYG is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2011 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 76,133 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 117 CYG, 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 15 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 117 CYG?

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What year was 117 CYG registered?

117 CYG is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 October 2011.

Is 117 CYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for 117 CYG shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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