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GF61 GYV

2011 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

162,963 mi
Last recorded162,963 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz C76,133 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF61 GYV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 162,963 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 15 Jul 2025 155,750 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 152,335 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 143,525 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 136,308 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 128,386 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 124,680 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 120,087 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2018 113,854 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 104,621 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2017 104,621 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 95,470 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2014 67,831 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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GF61 GYV is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 GF61 GYV, 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 GF61 GYV?

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What year was GF61 GYV registered?

GF61 GYV is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 October 2011.

Is GF61 GYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF61 GYV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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