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AP12 HYK

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

112,970 mi
Last recorded112,970 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2023
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP12 HYK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2023 112,970 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 99,945 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2021 97,673 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front brake discs scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear brake discs lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 92,404 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2020 92,397 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 Oct 2019 87,660 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 81,084 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 80,157 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 56,000 miles

Undertrays and engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable items

Undertrays and engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable items

Pass 1 Aug 2016 24,079 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 18,574 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 15,251 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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AP12 HYK is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc 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 AP12 HYK, 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 AP12 HYK registered?

AP12 HYK is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 July 2012.

Is AP12 HYK safe to buy?

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