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B2 HEF

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

89,012 mi
Last recorded89,012 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB2 HEF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 89,012 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 27 Mar 2025 83,948 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Mar 2025 83,946 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2024 78,318 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Crack in Zone B swept area. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2023 72,580 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2022 66,547 miles

Engine covers and under trays limit inspection

Pass 8 Mar 2021 61,531 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 58,329 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 50,939 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 45,245 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 35,590 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 28,606 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 20,485 miles

Emissions too low to record.

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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B2 HEF is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 B2 HEF, 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 B2 HEF registered?

B2 HEF is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 March 2012.

Is B2 HEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for B2 HEF shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B2 HEF have outstanding finance?

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