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LX61 XHS

2011 Mercedes C250

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

71,458 mi
Last recorded71,458 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Mercedes C25075,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX61 XHS
MakeMercedes
ModelC250
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 71,458 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2024 68,643 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2024 67,976 miles

underbody trays fitted

Fail 5 Jul 2024 67,976 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

underbody trays fitted

Pass 7 Jul 2023 66,168 miles

underbody trays fitted

Pass 11 Jul 2022 64,006 miles

underbody trays fitted

Pass 28 Jun 2021 62,473 miles

underbody trays fitted

Pass 4 Jul 2020 61,202 miles

underbody trays fitted

Pass 28 Jun 2019 60,243 miles

underbody trays fitted

Pass 15 Jun 2018 58,191 miles

underbody trays fitted

Pass 1 Jul 2017 55,856 miles

underbody trays fitted

Pass 15 Jul 2016 53,383 miles

Both front tyres has outer wear

Pass 17 Sep 2015 43,884 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 35,627 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2014 35,627 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

How Reliable is the Mercedes C250?

Based on 1,474 MOT tests across 112 vehicles.

78.3%
Pass Rate
7,303
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 43
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 14
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11
Headlamp aim too low 11
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LX61 XHS is a 2011 Mercedes C250 in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2011 Mercedes C250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 75,042 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes C250 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 43 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LX61 XHS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes C250 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 15 years old, this Mercedes C250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LX61 XHS registered?

LX61 XHS is a 2011 Mercedes C250, first registered on 5 September 2011.

Is LX61 XHS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX61 XHS shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LX61 XHS have outstanding finance?

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