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HV61 AYF

2011 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

123,195 mi
Last recorded123,195 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz C76,133 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV61 AYF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 123,195 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced L.E.D. bulbs. (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavy wear on outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 9 Jul 2026 123,184 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system Flexi hose leaking at joint to caliper, pipe appears to be cross threaded, further investigation required. (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced L.E.D. bulbs. (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavy wear on outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 8 Jul 2025 116,008 miles

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

Fail 3 Jul 2025 115,987 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested Offside front brake pipe burst during brake test. (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Centre ball joint gaiter split. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 24 May 2024 113,200 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Parking brake effort low, it would appear the system requires adjustment or repair.

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded. (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 15 May 2024 113,184 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Parking brake effort low, it would appear the system requires adjustment or repair.

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded. (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Apr 2023 105,334 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity Light unit (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity Light unit (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Mar 2022 96,206 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface Fly eye lens coating applied to lamp lens (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in Zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface Fly eye lens coating applied to lamp lens (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Mar 2022 96,171 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 235 45 17 97W XL Budget fitted, vehicle recommends 245 40 17 for rear (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 235 45 17 97W XL Budget fitted, vehicle recommends 245 40 17 for rear (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface Fly eye lens coating applied to lamp lens (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in Zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface Fly eye lens coating applied to lamp lens (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2021 87,486 miles

Both front 0mm on edges

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2020 81,668 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2020 81,668 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2019 72,697 miles

Both front tyres wearing thin on edges

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

Pass 24 Oct 2017 67,279 miles

Offside Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

trays & covers fitted

Pass 11 Oct 2016 61,106 miles

Offside Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Rear Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

diff size tyres fitted front / rear

trays & covers fitted

Pass 14 Oct 2015 55,397 miles

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

Fail 14 Oct 2015 55,397 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 7 Oct 2014 48,565 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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HV61 AYF is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HV61 AYF, 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.

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What year was HV61 AYF registered?

HV61 AYF is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 September 2011.

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