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FV11 VSU

2011 Mercedes-benz C

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

143,198 mi
Last recorded143,198 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz C76,133 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV11 VSU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 143,198 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2024 134,908 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2023 128,050 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection.

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

Pass 20 Oct 2022 122,903 miles

Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection.

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

Pass 15 Oct 2021 116,034 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 114,410 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2020 114,410 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Apr 2019 102,574 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 95,190 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 25 Apr 2017 91,587 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2016 84,465 miles

Oil leak

Fail 11 Apr 2015 81,987 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 81,987 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 69,771 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

brake pad warnning light on dash

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 VSU is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VSU, 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 VSU?

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What year was FV11 VSU registered?

FV11 VSU is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 May 2011.

Is FV11 VSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV11 VSU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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