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LP11 SKE

2011 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

110,125 mi
Last recorded110,125 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz C76,133 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP11 SKE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 110,125 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2024 102,895 miles

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened subframe (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2023 95,561 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2023 95,561 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 88,747 miles

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

Under trays and sill cover fitted

Fail 29 Sep 2022 88,745 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2021 81,292 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play Very Slight Play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Under Trays/Sill Covers Fitted

Pass 30 Sep 2020 75,838 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2019 71,231 miles

advised no dip stick oil temp not checked

advised under trays and engine cover fitted

Pass 20 Sep 2018 65,744 miles

All tyres worn close to limit and showing splits and cuts

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

Pass 2 Oct 2017 60,789 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 54,454 miles

Rear high level brake light 20% not working

Pass 1 Oct 2015 48,609 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 42,274 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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LP11 SKE is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 LP11 SKE, 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

How do I check the history of LP11 SKE?

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What year was LP11 SKE registered?

LP11 SKE is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 July 2011.

Is LP11 SKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP11 SKE shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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