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FV11 GUX

2011 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

70,695 mi
Last recorded70,695 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz C76,133 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV11 GUX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 70,695 miles

engine covers & under trays. unable to check some components

Pass 27 Jun 2025 66,478 miles

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Pass 4 Jul 2024 61,495 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

o/s/r tyre close to wear bars

Pass 8 Jul 2023 55,886 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Pass 14 Jul 2022 50,638 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Fail 14 Jul 2022 50,638 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Pass 8 Jul 2021 44,965 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine covers &under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Pass 7 Jul 2020 40,995 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Pass 10 Jul 2019 36,094 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted unable to check some components

Pass 11 Jul 2018 29,348 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Pass 17 Jul 2017 24,789 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Pass 20 Jul 2016 18,599 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 15,526 miles

Front tread cracking front tyres

Offside Rear tread cracking o/s/r tyre

Pass 24 Sep 2014 11,847 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 7,296 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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 GUX is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol 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 FV11 GUX, 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 GUX?

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What year was FV11 GUX registered?

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

Is FV11 GUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV11 GUX 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.

Does FV11 GUX have outstanding finance?

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