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HFZ 4830

2011 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

95,305 mi
Last recorded95,305 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz C76,133 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHFZ 4830
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 95,305 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material At flex hose connection corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Aug 2025 91,910 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Aug 2025 91,910 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2024 85,544 miles

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

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

both rear brake backplates starting to corrode

Pass 11 Aug 2023 81,514 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2022 77,934 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 75,193 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 10 Mar 2022 75,077 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded At flex hose connection (chalked) (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3-2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3-2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Mar 2021 70,031 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 68,372 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 61,247 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 54,957 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 43,436 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Feb 2016 30,875 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2015 16,323 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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HFZ 4830 is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 HFZ 4830, 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 HFZ 4830 registered?

HFZ 4830 is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 September 2011.

Is HFZ 4830 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HFZ 4830 shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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