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GX11 VFD

2011 Mercedes-benz R-class

Silver Diesel 3495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

89,170 mi
Last recorded89,170 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz R-class80,225 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX11 VFD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,495cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 89,170 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2025 70,422 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 65,426 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 58,192 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 49,230 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 41,516 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 36,049 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 28,553 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 May 2018 25,076 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 21,348 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. at 26% (3.7.B.5b)

oil leak

Pass 24 May 2016 17,737 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 13,882 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 10,163 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 May 2014 10,163 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz R-class?

Based on 63,579 MOT tests across 4,470 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
7,608
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
4,470
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 919
position lamp(s) not working 728
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 598
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 581
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 407
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GX11 VFD is a 2011 Mercedes-benz R-class in Silver with a 3,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2011 Mercedes-benz R-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 80,225 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz R-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 919 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GX11 VFD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz R-class typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 15 years old, this Mercedes-benz R-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GX11 VFD registered?

GX11 VFD is a 2011 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 25 May 2011.

Is GX11 VFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX11 VFD shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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