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B16 JYN

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

57,834 mi
Last recorded57,834 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB16 JYN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 57,834 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

underbody panels fitted

Fail 12 Jun 2026 57,816 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

underbody panels fitted

Pass 20 Jun 2025 53,514 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted Edge of rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

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

Outer sill covers fitted, vehicle underbody panels fitted & engine undertray fitted

Pass 17 Jul 2023 53,443 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 51,429 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 46,048 miles

all tyre inner sidewalls split

Pass 14 Jul 2020 42,139 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 41,015 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 36,835 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 31,625 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring view of components

Pass 15 Feb 2016 22,669 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 21,411 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit between 2.3 & 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit between 2.3 & 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

possible slight roughness in o/s/f wheel bearing

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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B16 JYN is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Black 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 B16 JYN, 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 B16 JYN registered?

B16 JYN is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 October 2012.

Is B16 JYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for B16 JYN 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.

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