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AK12 XPH

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

155,659 mi
Last recorded155,659 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 XPH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 155,659 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2024 143,269 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2023 127,529 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 117,485 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

sills covered

Fail 17 Aug 2022 117,451 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt installation has a claw type seat mounting with an inadequate means of securing the claw (10.1 (o))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

sills covered

Pass 4 Aug 2021 104,638 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 96,426 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 82,697 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2019 82,697 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle damaged buck on locking (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 63,404 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

under body covered

Pass 21 Jul 2017 53,067 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

under trays fitted

Pass 2 Jul 2016 41,323 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 31,598 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 30,251 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?

Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
6,412
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
683,668
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 240,078
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 76,831
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 67,503
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,298
coil spring broken 61,560
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AK12 XPH is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2012 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 71,143 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 240,078 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK12 XPH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 14 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AK12 XPH registered?

AK12 XPH is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 May 2012.

Is AK12 XPH safe to buy?

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