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FV61 XEZ

2011 Mercedes-benz C

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

86,505 mi
Last recorded86,505 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz C76,133 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV61 XEZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 86,505 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 10 Dec 2025 86,306 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2024 81,530 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2023 77,659 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 72,544 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2022 72,522 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Dec 2021 64,725 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 61,228 miles

Central Front Lower under tray fitted front to rear

Pass 27 Nov 2019 58,592 miles

Central Front Lower under tray fitted front to rear

Fail 27 Nov 2019 58,592 miles

Central Front Lower under tray fitted front to rear

Central Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Dec 2018 56,722 miles

Central Front Lower under tray fitted front to rear

Pass 9 Nov 2017 49,170 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 42,149 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 35,000 miles

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 5 Nov 2014 27,076 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 XEZ is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XEZ, 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.

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What year was FV61 XEZ registered?

FV61 XEZ is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 November 2011.

Is FV61 XEZ safe to buy?

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