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AV61 VRE

2011 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

74,005 mi
Last recorded74,005 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz C76,133 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV61 VRE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2025 74,005 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2024 72,493 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2024 72,493 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Dec 2023 68,074 miles

Covers + Shields Fitted

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Multiple Cuts on Inner + Outer Sidewall, Advise to Change Soon - 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2022 63,998 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 60,495 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2020 55,475 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on edges

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 6 Dec 2019 54,334 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 8 Dec 2018 48,723 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2017 43,749 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2016 38,378 miles

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

Front both tyres wearing on inner & outer edges.

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

under tray cover fitted not allowed for full inspection of vehicle underneath.

Pass 3 Dec 2015 32,530 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Dec 2014 27,248 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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AV61 VRE is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc 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 AV61 VRE, 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

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What year was AV61 VRE registered?

AV61 VRE is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 November 2011.

Is AV61 VRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV61 VRE 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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