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L13 JOF

2011 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

84,999 mi
Last recorded84,999 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz C76,133 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL13 JOF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 84,999 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 13 Jul 2026 84,999 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

offside rear tyre slightly worn on inner edge.

Pass 16 Jul 2025 80,241 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both side (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Jul 2024 74,445 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 22 Jul 2023 70,156 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2023 70,156 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2022 66,506 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 58,576 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 51,898 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2020 51,898 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Sidewall damaged 235/40ZR18 95Y (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 8 May 2019 48,047 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 43,817 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 39,777 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2016 37,197 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 32,336 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 28,436 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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L13 JOF is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol 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 L13 JOF, 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 L13 JOF registered?

L13 JOF is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 May 2011.

Is L13 JOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for L13 JOF 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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