Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2011 Mercedes Benz Clc?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2011 Mercedes Benz Clc?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2011 Mercedes Benz Clc?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2011 Mercedes Benz Clc vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

50% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2011 Mercedes Benz Clc reliable?

Based on MOT data from 645 vehicles, the 2011 Mercedes Benz Clc has a first-time MOT pass rate of 78.2%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2011 Mercedes Benz Clc?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2011 Mercedes Benz Clc are: Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (60.1% of vehicles), Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (57.1% of vehicles), Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (43.8% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2011 Mercedes Benz Clc?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Mercedes Benz Clc (2011)

645 real MOT outcomes analysed • 78.2% first-time pass rate

2011 Mercedes Benz Clc

CarHunch analysed 645 real MOT records for the 2011 Mercedes Benz Clc. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC sits slightly below the UK average with a 78.2% first-time pass rate, and more concerning, half of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—a notably high figure that warrants pre-purchase inspection by a specialist. This isn't a reliability disaster, but it's a yellow flag for a used buy in this age bracket.

At 56,000 miles median, these cars are mid-range for their age and not especially worn, yet they're averaging 3.49 failures per test and 18.8 advisories, suggesting Mercedes-specific maintenance costs will add up. Before committing to one, budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection covering the braking and suspension systems, where dangerous defects most often emerge.

The 2011 Mercedes Benz Clc has a decent first-time pass rate (78.2%), but a higher-than-average share of vehicles have had serious defects recorded — the individual vehicle's history matters a lot here.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

78.2%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

50.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

3.49

Over 14.9 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

56k

Middle half: 44k–71k

For context

🔧 Average reliability. Passes at roughly the UK rate — not a standout, not a problem vehicle. Individual history makes all the difference.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 18.8 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 645 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 645 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 60.1%

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Other issues 40.6%

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components · Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Suspension & steering 29.6%

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken · Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play · Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Brake wear 24.2%

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material · Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Lighting 21.6%

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2011.

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Before you buy a 2011 Mercedes Benz Clc

Based on MOT data from 645 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 50.2% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (98%)	633	78.1%	3.5

Colour Breakdown

Based on 11,090 Mercedes Benz Clc vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 40.3%

4,471

Silver 31.6%

3,499

Grey 10.6%

1,171

White 8.1%

898

Blue 5.1%

569

Red 4.3%

477

Multi-colour 0%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2011 Mercedes Benz Clc vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

56,198

typical

43,802

low mileage

71,315

high mileage

Half of all 2011 Mercedes Benz Clc vehicles fall between 43,802 and 71,315 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 43,802 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 43,802–71,315 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2011 Mercedes Benz Clcs sit.

⚠ Over 96,275 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2011 Mercedes Benz Clc — Still on the Road

Most 2011 Mercedes Benz Clcs are still being driven.

Strong survival — 526 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 83% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

14.9

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

3.49

Avg failures per vehicle

18.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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