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BD12 GZW

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2023
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

173,550 mi
Last recorded173,550 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2022
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD12 GZW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2022 173,550 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2021 167,006 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 162,432 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2019 153,270 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2019 153,270 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2018 128,207 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 94,034 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 49,340 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 46,778 miles

Child seat fitted

Pass 27 May 2015 40,547 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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BD12 GZW is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BD12 GZW, 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 BD12 GZW registered?

BD12 GZW is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is BD12 GZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD12 GZW shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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