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GV61 BFJ

2011 Mercedes-benz C

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

111,357 mi
Last recorded111,357 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz C76,133 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV61 BFJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 111,357 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2025 100,494 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 92,952 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged damage to outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 87,157 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front brake discs score/ pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged damage to outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin wearing close to wear sensor (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin wearing close to wear sensor (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Aug 2022 81,928 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Aug 2021 74,860 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 70,537 miles

N/S/R headlight level adjuster damaged

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 255/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 62,419 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 54,981 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 46,981 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 37,373 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2015 29,984 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 30 Mar 2015 29,984 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 28 Apr 2014 21,968 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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GV61 BFJ is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 2,143cc 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 GV61 BFJ, 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 GV61 BFJ registered?

GV61 BFJ is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 December 2011.

Is GV61 BFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV61 BFJ 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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