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CV61 OGB

2011 Mercedes-benz R-class

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

104,542 mi
Last recorded104,542 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz R-class80,225 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV61 OGB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 104,542 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2026 104,541 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jun 2025 96,196 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2024 84,888 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust heat shield rattling

Pass 28 Jun 2023 79,197 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2023 79,197 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Jun 2023 79,197 miles

Front Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2021 73,934 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge close to cords (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front outer c.v boot weeping around clip

Pass 3 Sep 2020 69,814 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Jul 2019 64,530 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 19 Jul 2019 64,530 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Jul 2018 62,357 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 56,012 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 46,492 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 36,043 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 31,277 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz R-class?

Based on 63,579 MOT tests across 4,470 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
7,608
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
4,470
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 919
position lamp(s) not working 728
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 598
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 581
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 407
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CV61 OGB is a 2011 Mercedes-benz R-class in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2011 Mercedes-benz R-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 80,225 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz R-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 919 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CV61 OGB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz R-class typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 15 years old, this Mercedes-benz R-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CV61 OGB registered?

CV61 OGB is a 2011 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 16 September 2011.

Is CV61 OGB safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV61 OGB shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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