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GY11 FTU

2011 Mercedes-benz B-class

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2024
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

147,522 mi
Last recorded147,522 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2023
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz B-class56,113 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY11 FTU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2023 147,522 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated boot split slightly (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 25 Oct 2023 147,522 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated boot split slightly (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 23 Oct 2023 147,490 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2022 133,489 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2022 133,483 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 125,788 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Nov 2021 125,788 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced mirror (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2020 118,811 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 4 Nov 2019 113,437 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 99,485 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2018 99,485 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2017 81,442 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 64,742 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 41,972 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2015 41,972 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 May 2014 22,206 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz B-class?

Based on 984,871 MOT tests across 77,700 vehicles.

79.4%
Pass Rate
5,590
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
77,700
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,159
coil spring broken 5,250
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GY11 FTU is a 2011 Mercedes-benz B-class in Black with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2011 Mercedes-benz B-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 56,113 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 B-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,159 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GY11 FTU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz B-class typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 15 years old, this Mercedes-benz B-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GY11 FTU registered?

GY11 FTU is a 2011 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 21 May 2011.

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