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FG61 FTE

2011 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

103,488 mi
Last recorded103,488 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2026
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz C76,133 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG61 FTE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2026 103,488 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge EDGE AND SLIGHT DAMAGE SIDEWALL 225/40 R18 92Y (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Sep 2026 103,488 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge EDGE AND SLIGHT DAMAGE SIDEWALL 225/40 R18 92Y (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2025 99,711 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 95,805 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2023 90,191 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts on the inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears corroded (1.1.11 (c))

both front brake pipes corroded

both front tyres are wearing on the edges

Pass 24 Aug 2022 84,893 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 80,445 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 80,421 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2020 78,022 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2019 72,372 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 63,875 miles

both front tyres wearing smooth on edges

treads wearing low both rear tyres

Pass 22 Oct 2017 55,721 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 50,457 miles

both front tyres treads wearing on outer edges

engine cover and under tray fitted

runs to clean to get emissions reading

Pass 10 Oct 2015 45,018 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 40,601 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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FG61 FTE is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 FG61 FTE, 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 FG61 FTE?

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What year was FG61 FTE registered?

FG61 FTE is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 October 2011.

Is FG61 FTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG61 FTE shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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