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LS61 MKJ

2011 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

196,347 mi
Last recorded196,347 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz C76,133 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS61 MKJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 196,347 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2024 185,641 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 167,148 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 153,363 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 19 Oct 2022 153,218 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 139,253 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 126,816 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2020 126,816 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Oct 2019 117,615 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2019 117,614 miles

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system grabbing severely o/s park brake not releasing (1.3.1 (c))

Pass 8 Oct 2018 100,682 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Oct 2017 81,464 miles

Nearside Front tyre scrubbing on both edges

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front tyre scrubbing on both edges

Offside Upper Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 5 Oct 2016 56,825 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 39,656 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 26,086 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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LS61 MKJ is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LS61 MKJ, 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 LS61 MKJ registered?

LS61 MKJ is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 October 2011.

Is LS61 MKJ safe to buy?

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