2011 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · BA05 SSS
2011 Mercedes-Benz C (2.1L, diesel). First registered 24 Jun 2011. Recorded mileage 108,752 miles. MOT valid until 08 Aug 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 108,752 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BA05 SSS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/08/2026
- 108,752 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (18 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BA05 SSS MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (BA05 SSS) between May 2025 and August 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 10 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (18 issues), Tyres (9 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Steering (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 36 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted lower bolt loose/cross threaded (1.1.16 (c) (i))”; “Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195 60 16 (5.2.3 (e))”.
BA05 SSS Mileage History
- 19/05/2025100,415 mi
- 22/05/2025100,415 mi
- 27/05/2026108,659 mi+8,244 mi
- 17/07/2026108,725 mi+66 mi
- 10/08/2026108,752 mi+27 mi
Average of roughly 6,798 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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