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FV61 URF

2011 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2021
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

99,243 mi
Last recorded99,243 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2019
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz C76,133 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV61 URF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2019 99,243 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2019 99,243 miles

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 8 Feb 2018 91,770 miles

Central Upper Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Under trays fitted

Fail 8 Feb 2018 91,770 miles

Central Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure uneven wear (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release clasp (5.2.5a)

Central Upper Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

O/S/R Tyre worn on inner edge

Under trays fitted

Pass 24 Jan 2017 79,652 miles

Both front tyres worn on edges

Under trays fitted

Fail 24 Jan 2017 79,652 miles

Under trays fitted

Both front tyres worn on edges

Central Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 26 Jan 2016 72,658 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 58,220 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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FV61 URF is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 FV61 URF, 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 FV61 URF registered?

FV61 URF is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 December 2011.

Is FV61 URF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV61 URF shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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