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ANN 403

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

45,062 mi
Last recorded45,062 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationANN 403
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 45,062 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All visible brake pipes under vehicle. (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 4 Nov 2025 45,059 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All visible brake pipes under vehicle. (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 6 Nov 2024 41,838 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All visible brake pipes under vehicle covered in grease. (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Nov 2023 37,817 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All visible brake pipes under vehicle covered in grease. (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Nov 2022 34,468 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All visible pipes under vehicle cover in grease. (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 30,228 miles

Nearside Front Tyre outer sidewall scrubbed. outer edge wear.225/45/17.

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner edge perished and cracked. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 27,946 miles

Both rear tyres wearing unevenly

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

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Damaged on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2019 26,484 miles

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

Nearside front tyre scuffed and damaged on outer sidewall

Pass 7 Nov 2018 23,416 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 20,037 miles

engine covers/under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 7 Nov 2016 16,551 miles

Multiple covers and trims fitted obscuring various components

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

Pass 25 Nov 2015 13,022 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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ANN 403 is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 ANN 403, 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

How do I check the history of ANN 403?

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What year was ANN 403 registered?

ANN 403 is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 November 2012.

Is ANN 403 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ANN 403 shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ANN 403 have outstanding finance?

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