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LM61 THX

2011 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2022
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

275,927 mi
Last recorded275,927 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2022
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz C76,133 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM61 THX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 18 Oct 2022 275,927 miles

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

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin ns & os (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 253,735 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2021 253,735 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 244,360 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing slightly out of shape on outer edge

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material CORRODED not covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front tyre wearing slightly out of shape on outer edge

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Oct 2019 226,330 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2019 226,330 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Oct 2018 200,048 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2018 200,048 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2017 171,089 miles

O/S/F wheel bearing has slight play

Pass 26 Oct 2016 145,132 miles

Undertrays Fitted to Vehicle

Pass 20 Oct 2015 114,531 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 86,864 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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LM61 THX is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LM61 THX, 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.

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What year was LM61 THX registered?

LM61 THX is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 November 2011.

Is LM61 THX safe to buy?

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