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BF62 LXA

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

75,879 mi
Last recorded75,879 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF62 LXA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2026 75,879 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip on the windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2025 71,330 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2024 67,853 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2024 67,853 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2023 62,810 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2022 55,759 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 46,777 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 42,466 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 37,512 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened FRONT DISCS WORN THIN (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 31,462 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 27,559 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 24,324 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 22,418 miles

under trays fitted

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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BF62 LXA 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 BF62 LXA, 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 BF62 LXA registered?

BF62 LXA is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 September 2012.

Is BF62 LXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF62 LXA 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.

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