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HFZ 5398

2011 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

87,241 mi
Last recorded87,241 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz C76,133 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHFZ 5398
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 87,241 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2025 82,653 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

undercovers fitted not fully allowing inspection of all components

Pass 3 Apr 2024 77,348 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

undercovers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 4 Apr 2023 74,574 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2022 70,633 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2022 70,592 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded 2x front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Mar 2021 64,925 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2020 61,012 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 53,443 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2019 53,443 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2018 45,362 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 38,876 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 36,856 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Nov 2015 34,356 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 24 Nov 2014 31,630 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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HFZ 5398 is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C in Red 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 5398, 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 5398 registered?

HFZ 5398 is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 September 2011.

Is HFZ 5398 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HFZ 5398 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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