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GJ61 VEW

2011 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2021
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

79,301 mi
Last recorded79,301 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2020
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz C76,133 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ61 VEW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2020 79,301 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2018 78,463 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 26 Sep 2018 78,463 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2x front (3.4 (b) (ii))

Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2x rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened 2x rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2017 71,708 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Sep 2016 46,708 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 37,730 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 26,189 miles

emissions tested and met, too low to record on DSM

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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GJ61 VEW is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 GJ61 VEW, 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 GJ61 VEW registered?

GJ61 VEW is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is GJ61 VEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ61 VEW shows 7 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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