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BG12 FZS

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

112,945 mi
Last recorded112,945 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG12 FZS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 112,945 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2025 104,589 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ridged brake hose borderline excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tyre cut whole way across tread no cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 15 Jan 2024 101,001 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Considerably corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Jan 2023 97,821 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner arch (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 12 Jan 2022 93,788 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn low across tread, was considerably under inflated also (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn low across tread, very low on inner, split on inner sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Jan 2022 93,788 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn low across tread, was considerably under inflated also (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn low across tread, very low on inner, split on inner sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jan 2021 90,396 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords image available. recommend have it inspected by tyre specialist. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 6 Jan 2021 90,396 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords image available. recommend have it inspected by tyre specialist. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 86,022 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on outer edge, very low on inner (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inner edge, very low on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 79,898 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 67,051 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2016 48,142 miles

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

Fail 19 Jun 2016 48,142 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2015 19,533 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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BG12 FZS is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 BG12 FZS, 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 BG12 FZS registered?

BG12 FZS is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 April 2012.

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The MOT history for BG12 FZS shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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