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HV61 YCK

2011 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2024
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

241,731 mi
Last recorded241,731 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2023
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz C76,133 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2023 241,731 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 229,065 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2020 205,730 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 171,941 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2019 171,831 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 162,904 miles
Fail 29 May 2018 162,903 miles

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

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Worn on edge

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2016 147,320 miles

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

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

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

under trays / engine covers fitted at time of test restricting the view of some components

Pass 20 Nov 2015 127,158 miles

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

under trays fitted at time of test

Fail 19 Nov 2015 127,158 miles

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

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

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

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

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

under trays fitted at time of test

Pass 3 Oct 2014 104,509 miles

nsf tyre cut in sidewall but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

nsr tyre on 3mm

plastic covers fitted to sills and underside of car

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 YCK is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 YCK, 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 HV61 YCK registered?

HV61 YCK is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 October 2011.

Is HV61 YCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV61 YCK shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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