2011 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · BJ11 LZL
2011 Mercedes-Benz C (2.1L, diesel). First registered 23 Mar 2011. Recorded mileage 140,180 miles. MOT expired on 20 Nov 2025. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 20 Nov 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 140,180 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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BJ11 LZL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 14/11/2024
- 140,180 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BJ11 LZL 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 (BJ11 LZL) between December 2021 and November 2024.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 14 November 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
BJ11 LZL Mileage History
- 23/12/2021110,380 mi
- 22/12/2022119,205 mi+8,825 mi
- 21/11/2023128,684 mi+9,479 mi
- 23/10/2024139,469 mi+10,785 mi
- 14/11/2024140,180 mi+711 mi
Average of roughly 10,295 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
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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