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GFZ 8156

2011 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

90,744 mi
Last recorded90,744 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz C76,133 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFZ 8156
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 90,744 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both nearside & offside (5.3.2 (d))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both nearside & offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2025 83,666 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 74,013 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2023 58,078 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 56,585 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2021 55,735 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 54,563 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 52,394 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 49,141 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 45,102 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2017 45,091 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 41,205 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 35,310 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 26,585 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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GFZ 8156 is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 GFZ 8156, 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 GFZ 8156 registered?

GFZ 8156 is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 June 2011.

Is GFZ 8156 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GFZ 8156 shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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