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KV11 XZY

2011 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

29,992 mi
Last recorded29,992 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz C76,133 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV11 XZY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 29,992 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Jul 2025 29,396 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2024 28,885 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 28,352 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 27,639 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 26,974 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2021 26,974 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

cornering blub not working

Pass 31 Jul 2020 26,021 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2020 26,021 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 21 May 2019 23,868 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 21,426 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2018 21,426 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 May 2017 18,415 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 16,517 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 18 May 2015 14,567 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 12,492 miles
Fail 30 May 2014 12,492 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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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KV11 XZY is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 KV11 XZY, 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 KV11 XZY registered?

KV11 XZY is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 May 2011.

Is KV11 XZY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV11 XZY shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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