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GV11 LXK

2011 Mercedes-benz C

Brown Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

124,618 mi
Last recorded124,618 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2026
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz C76,133 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV11 LXK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2011
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2026 124,618 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2025 118,064 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2025 118,064 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2024 110,413 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 103,826 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 97,255 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine cover and under tray fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 28 Aug 2021 93,267 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2021 93,267 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2020 87,932 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2020 87,932 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2019 83,443 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 69,707 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 67,506 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 65,215 miles

Nearside Front tyre sidewall damaged

Pass 27 Jun 2015 60,941 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 56,661 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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GV11 LXK is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C in Brown with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 GV11 LXK, 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 GV11 LXK registered?

GV11 LXK is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 July 2011.

Is GV11 LXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV11 LXK shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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