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AX12 GYH

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2021
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

157,210 mi
Last recorded157,210 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2020
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX12 GYH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2020 157,210 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 24 Jan 2020 157,194 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Front Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Mar 2019 155,592 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2019 155,592 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 137,231 miles

Engine management light on

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)

Run flat warning on

Fail 15 Mar 2018 137,231 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Engine management light on

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)

Run flat warning on

Pass 24 Nov 2016 184,807 miles

front pads an discs low

Pass 26 Nov 2015 159,863 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear tyres close to legal limits

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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AX12 GYH is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 AX12 GYH, 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 AX12 GYH?

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What year was AX12 GYH registered?

AX12 GYH is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 July 2012.

Is AX12 GYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX12 GYH shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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