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GU61 OFW

2011 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

122,282 mi
Last recorded122,282 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz C76,133 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU61 OFW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 122,282 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2024 116,551 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Jan 2024 111,269 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2023 104,007 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 97,470 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jan 2021 89,804 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Dec 2019 81,148 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 74,972 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 64,286 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2017 64,286 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Nov 2016 54,730 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 43,819 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

nearside front tyre has damage to outer wall

Fail 5 Nov 2015 43,819 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

nearside front tyre has damage to outer wall

Pass 8 Sep 2014 31,866 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

o/s/f tyre perishing

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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GU61 OFW is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 GU61 OFW, 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 GU61 OFW registered?

GU61 OFW is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 September 2011.

Is GU61 OFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU61 OFW shows 14 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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