2011 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Petrol · CE11 VVW
2011 Mercedes-Benz C (2.1L, petrol). First registered 10 Mar 2011. Recorded mileage 201,421 miles. MOT valid until 18 Dec 2026. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Cardiff
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 201,421 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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CE11 VVW Key Findings
- 17 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/12/2025
- 201,421 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (24 mentions)
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CE11 VVW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
17 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (CE11 VVW) between January 2014 and December 2025.
The record contains 13 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 19 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (24 issues), Brakes (8 issues), Suspension (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 33 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: “Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))”; “Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))”; “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached foremost arm (5.3.4 (a) (ii))”.
CE11 VVW Mileage History
- 29/01/201460,245 mi
- 19/01/201574,735 mi+14,490 mi
- 14/01/201686,415 mi+11,680 mi
- 19/10/201692,130 mi+5,715 mi
- 23/10/2017107,481 mi+15,351 mi
- 24/10/2017107,481 mi
- 23/10/2018122,004 mi+14,523 mi
- 29/10/2019135,914 mi+13,910 mi
- 05/11/2020147,683 mi+11,769 mi
- 28/10/2021156,303 mi+8,620 mi
- 28/10/2021156,303 mi
- 03/11/2022169,585 mi+13,282 mi
- 06/11/2023184,013 mi+14,428 mi
- 07/11/2023184,013 mi
- 06/11/2024196,216 mi+12,203 mi
- 07/11/2024196,216 mi
- 19/12/2025201,421 mi+5,205 mi
Average of roughly 11,875 miles per year across 17 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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- OM651 Diesel Chain Tensioner Oil LeakModerate
The gasket on the timing chain tensioner can fail, leaking oil and potentially leading to timing chain issues due to inconsistent tension.
- Rear Subframe CorrosionSerious
The rear subframe rots from the inside out, leading to MOT failure. Mercedes often replaces these under goodwill.
- Electronic Steering Lock (ESL) failureSerious
The electronic steering lock module can fail, preventing the car from starting. The key is recognised but the steering remains locked. A common and expensive fault on W204s built before the facelift.
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