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KV61 HBG

2011 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

163,779 mi
Last recorded163,779 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz C76,133 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV61 HBG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 163,779 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Jan 2026 163,774 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded brake pipe to o/s/r hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded by fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jan 2025 157,687 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2024 151,346 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 144,450 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing starting to crack (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Feb 2022 135,728 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2022 135,727 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 132,832 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 124,943 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 117,365 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both nearsaide and offside (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Oct 2018 106,722 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 91,929 miles

wipers smeary

Pass 14 Oct 2016 79,202 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2016 79,202 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative refilled reservoir with water (1.7.2)

Pass 7 Oct 2015 65,169 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 51,480 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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KV61 HBG is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 KV61 HBG, 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 KV61 HBG registered?

KV61 HBG is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 October 2011.

Is KV61 HBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV61 HBG shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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