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MERCEDES C (2011)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 42,676 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

79%

Total Tests (2024)

42,676

Avg Mileage

109,800 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£2,017

Is the 2011 MERCEDES C reliable?

Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. That's close to the national average of 82%. It falls below the MERCEDES brand average of 87%.

At 13 years old, 79% of MERCEDES Cs from 2011 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 42,676 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 109,800 miles.

How does the 2011 MERCEDES C compare?

Rank among all 2011 cars341th out of 615(top 55%)
Rank among all MERCEDES models1100th out of 1,408(top 78%)
vs national average-3% (82% avg)
vs 2011 cars average+2% (77% avg)
vs MERCEDES average-8% (87% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2011 MERCEDES C has 109,800 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 96,200 miles for a 13-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

Best year to buy a MERCEDES C?

The most reliable year is the 2020 model with a 92% MOT pass rate, while the 2004 model has the lowest at 72%. The 2011 sits between the two at 79%.

How much does a 2011 MERCEDES C cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 1796cc)
£1,327
🏛️Road Tax
£135
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£500
Total per year£2,017
Per month£168/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

MERCEDES C by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202192%3,77227,184 mi
202092%16,22533,734 mi
201991%52,83840,700 mi
201890%62,13851,166 mi
201789%87,61260,957 mi
201688%80,18173,695 mi
201586%71,63585,216 mi
201485%54,72990,129 mi
201381%51,70397,102 mi
201279%59,235102,461 mi
201179%42,676109,800 mi
201078%28,538111,322 mi
200977%28,440118,861 mi
200877%30,369121,672 mi
200776%25,544119,028 mi
200674%20,205118,301 mi
200573%17,978121,824 mi
200472%13,493116,683 mi
200373%9,158112,103 mi
200275%4,985103,944 mi
200175%2,463101,994 mi
200077%1,103104,741 mi
199982%2,683110,180 mi
199879%2,916112,877 mi
199781%2,336121,767 mi
199682%1,296107,809 mi
199583%1,017101,913 mi
199484%735103,968 mi
199382%71105,975 mi
199287%30131,044 mi
199179%47112,139 mi
199066%41103,332 mi

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About the 2011 MERCEDES C

The 2011 MERCEDES C is a family car with a 1796cc petrol engine. 42,676 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it one of the most commonly tested cars on UK roads. Among all cars from 2011, the average MOT pass rate is 77%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 109,800 miles at 13 years old, MERCEDES C owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2011 MERCEDES C Fuel Costs

The 1796cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 36 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,327 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2011 MERCEDES C?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,017 (£168/month), broken down as £1327 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £500 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 79% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

MERCEDES C Reliability Trend

Newer MERCEDES Cs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 6 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2011 MERCEDES C

At 13 years old, the MERCEDES C is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2020 model has the highest pass rate at 92%. With 42,676 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Alternatives to the 2011 MERCEDES C

If reliability is your priority, there's one similar car with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: