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EFF 2

2011 Mercedes-benz C

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

47,038 mi
Last recorded47,038 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz C76,133 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEFF 2
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 47,038 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Apr 2025 44,055 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 25 Apr 2025 44,051 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Apr 2024 42,322 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Apr 2023 38,957 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 May 2022 37,927 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Side wall damage (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 36,319 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

diesel smoke test ok , but not detectable.

Pass 24 Jul 2019 35,251 miles

diesel smoke test ok, but not detectable.

Pass 24 Jul 2018 32,175 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 29,916 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 17,327 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 12,864 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 16,358 miles

small cut in n/s front tyre outer sidewall

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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EFF 2 is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 2,148cc 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 EFF 2, 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 EFF 2 registered?

EFF 2 is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 June 2011.

Is EFF 2 safe to buy?

The MOT history for EFF 2 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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