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LF61 ZNJ

2011 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

107,835 mi
Last recorded107,835 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz C76,133 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF61 ZNJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 107,835 miles
Fail 18 May 2026 107,831 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 14 May 2025 97,757 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 12 May 2025 97,755 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 20 May 2024 89,396 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 84,410 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 80,209 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 76,270 miles
Fail 12 May 2021 76,270 miles

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play adjustable type (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2020 74,615 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 69,379 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2018 64,686 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 59,361 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2016 49,941 miles

Manufactures covers fitted at time of test

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

Pass 2 Sep 2015 36,376 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 26,731 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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LF61 ZNJ is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc 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 LF61 ZNJ, 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 LF61 ZNJ registered?

LF61 ZNJ is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2011.

Is LF61 ZNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF61 ZNJ 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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