2011 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · EL11 ESP
2011 Mercedes-Benz C (2.1L, diesel). First registered 30 Sept 2011. Recorded mileage 172,514 miles. MOT expired on 31 Aug 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 31 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 172,514 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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EL11 ESP Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 01/09/2025
- 172,514 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
EL11 ESP MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (EL11 ESP) between September 2022 and September 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 5 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 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.
EL11 ESP Mileage History
- 02/09/2022150,185 mi
- 23/08/2023161,124 mi+10,939 mi
- 23/08/2024169,062 mi+7,938 mi
- 01/09/2025172,514 mi+3,452 mi
Average of roughly 7,451 miles per year across 4 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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