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AN02 EBN

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

56,311 mi
Last recorded56,311 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAN02 EBN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 56,311 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2025 56,311 miles

Registration plate incorrect FRONT AND REAR (0.1 (c))

Pass 11 Oct 2024 52,060 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN ON OUTER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged SIDE WALL CUT (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2023 48,086 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2022 43,391 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2022 43,391 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 39,542 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2021 39,441 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 20 Jul 2020 34,233 miles

Offside Front tyre worn smooth at edges

Fail 15 Jul 2020 34,233 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front tyre worn smooth at edges

Pass 17 Jul 2019 29,612 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 25,874 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2018 25,874 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 20,110 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 15,335 miles

Front brake pads are worn, close to the brake pad wear sensor

Pass 13 Jul 2015 11,335 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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AN02 EBN is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AN02 EBN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AN02 EBN registered?

AN02 EBN is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 June 2012.

Is AN02 EBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AN02 EBN shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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