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ML61 YJP

2011 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

138,335 mi
Last recorded138,335 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz C76,133 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML61 YJP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 138,335 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 128,937 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2024 128,916 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225 40 r18 92y Perelli (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Nov 2023 126,138 miles

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

Fail 17 Nov 2023 126,136 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2022 112,707 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 106,334 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 98,955 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2019 89,692 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2018 82,635 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 75,762 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 68,044 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2016 68,044 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced both plates (6.3.4a)

Pass 23 Oct 2015 62,310 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 46,911 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2014 46,911 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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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ML61 YJP is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 ML61 YJP, 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 ML61 YJP registered?

ML61 YJP is a 2011 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 October 2011.

Is ML61 YJP safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML61 YJP shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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