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AV12 RNX

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

117,294 mi
Last recorded117,294 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV12 RNX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 117,294 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2026 117,294 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))

Pass 24 Mar 2025 106,138 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2025 106,138 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2024 100,076 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 98,253 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 92,708 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 87,716 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 83,097 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 73,580 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2019 73,580 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))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 65,284 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 55,948 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Wiper is showing signs of wear.

Pass 12 Apr 2016 47,057 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 35,141 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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AV12 RNX is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AV12 RNX, 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 AV12 RNX registered?

AV12 RNX is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 April 2012.

Is AV12 RNX safe to buy?

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