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LR61 VKE

2011 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2024
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

169,426 mi
Last recorded169,426 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2023
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz C76,133 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR61 VKE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2023 169,426 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear - fuel tank-by area, over the subframe (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Aug 2023 169,425 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear - fuel tank-by area, over the subframe (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 165,371 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2022 165,369 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn the rear bottom arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 27 Aug 2021 130,572 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Parking Brake Requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front - bold on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 105,459 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 93,621 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 90,918 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 87,731 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 Jan 2017 84,032 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2017 84,031 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 80,314 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2015 80,314 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 60,846 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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LR61 VKE 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 71.4%.

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 LR61 VKE, 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 LR61 VKE registered?

LR61 VKE is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 September 2011.

Is LR61 VKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR61 VKE shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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