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BD12 HBJ

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2022
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

259,378 mi
Last recorded259,378 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2021
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD12 HBJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2021 259,378 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 247,532 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 229,114 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 214,689 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2019 214,689 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 191,463 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2019 191,463 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 17 Dec 2018 174,545 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2018 174,545 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 Nov 2018 172,414 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

oil leak

Pass 5 Jun 2018 153,168 miles

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

Fail 5 Jun 2018 153,168 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2017 135,799 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 114,852 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2017 114,852 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Dec 2016 96,245 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 78,056 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 59,938 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Mar 2015 44,997 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2014 30,710 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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BD12 HBJ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BD12 HBJ, 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 BD12 HBJ?

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What year was BD12 HBJ registered?

BD12 HBJ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 June 2012.

Is BD12 HBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD12 HBJ shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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