CarVerify

Free Car Check

KM61 KUS

2011 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

151,718 mi
Last recorded151,718 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz C76,133 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM61 KUS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 151,718 miles

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

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 22 Sep 2025 151,718 miles

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

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 142,465 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2023 132,464 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s/f o/s/f (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Sep 2023 132,464 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s/f o/s/f (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 129,034 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 125,324 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 128,825 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 123,153 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 102,360 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2017 73,828 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2016 69,223 miles

n/s/f tyre sidewall damaged (no chords visible)

Pass 19 Sep 2015 63,907 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 58,180 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2014 58,179 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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)

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
Full Mercedes-benz C reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

KM61 KUS is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KM61 KUS, 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

How do I check the history of KM61 KUS?

You can check the full history of KM61 KUS by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KM61 KUS registered?

KM61 KUS is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 December 2011.

Is KM61 KUS safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM61 KUS shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KM61 KUS have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on KM61 KUS. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.