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FV11 FYB

2011 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

155,853 mi
Last recorded155,853 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz C76,133 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV11 FYB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 155,853 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 146,415 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 137,640 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2024 137,640 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 128,398 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 118,455 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2021 110,481 miles

engine too clean for emissions result

Fail 12 Apr 2021 110,481 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

engine too clean for emissions result

Pass 20 Mar 2020 99,886 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8 replace asp (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8 replace asp (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Mar 2020 99,482 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8 replace asp (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8 replace asp (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin replace asp very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear parking brae reading to low

Pass 25 Mar 2019 82,216 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 72,228 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2018 72,185 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 60,246 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 46,142 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 25,252 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 16,566 miles

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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FV11 FYB is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FV11 FYB, 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 FV11 FYB?

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What year was FV11 FYB registered?

FV11 FYB is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 March 2011.

Is FV11 FYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV11 FYB shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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