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KN61 VCP

2011 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

112,682 mi
Last recorded112,682 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz C76,133 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN61 VCP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 112,682 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2024 110,151 miles

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

Fail 12 Nov 2024 110,138 miles

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

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Sub-frame fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 13 Nov 2023 106,516 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 100,991 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2022 100,991 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 94,241 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2021 94,241 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 87,881 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 80,337 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2019 80,337 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Nov 2018 75,173 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2017 68,466 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 61,073 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 19 Oct 2015 50,013 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 18 Oct 2014 37,232 miles

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

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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KN61 VCP is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KN61 VCP, 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 KN61 VCP registered?

KN61 VCP is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 October 2011.

Is KN61 VCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN61 VCP shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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