2011 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · RJ11 FRX
2011 Mercedes-Benz C (2.1L, diesel). First registered 31 May 2011. Recorded mileage 121,236 miles. MOT valid until 03 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 Aug 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Aug 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 121,236 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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RJ11 FRX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/06/2026
- 121,236 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
RJ11 FRX 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 (RJ11 FRX) between January 2023 and June 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 05 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (9 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Tyres (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 22 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 Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”.
RJ11 FRX Mileage History
- 16/01/2023103,549 mi
- 16/05/2024108,960 mi+5,411 mi
- 20/05/2025114,263 mi+5,303 mi
- 28/05/2026121,178 mi+6,915 mi
- 05/06/2026121,236 mi+58 mi
Average of roughly 5,227 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: Good
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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