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GU61 TUV

2011 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2021
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

104,809 mi
Last recorded104,809 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2020
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz C76,133 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU61 TUV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2020 104,809 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2020 104,809 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 94,163 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 92,408 miles

Front Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Front discs slightley lipped

Pass 1 Aug 2017 75,309 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2017 75,071 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

Nearside Front tyre cut on outer wall not exposing any cords

Pass 1 Aug 2016 58,842 miles

Nearside Front Cut in tyre sidewall

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 57,149 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 49,855 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2015 49,855 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 43,930 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

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 TUV is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 GU61 TUV, 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 TUV registered?

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

Is GU61 TUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU61 TUV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GU61 TUV have outstanding finance?

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