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BG12 OPF

2012 Mercedes-benz C

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

268,849 mi
Last recorded268,849 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG12 OPF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 268,849 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

engine covers fitted

Fail 2 Oct 2025 268,845 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm rear tyres (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

both front tyres wearing on edges

engine covers fitted

Pass 2 Oct 2024 231,944 miles

engine covers fitted

Pass 3 Oct 2023 198,625 miles

engine covers fitted

Fail 2 Oct 2023 198,262 miles

Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn ns and os front lower rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play nsf (2.1.3 (b) (i))

engine covers fitted

Pass 30 Sep 2022 159,682 miles

engine and under covers fitted

osr tyre wearing close to legal limit

Fail 30 Sep 2022 159,682 miles

engine and under covers fitted

osr tyre wearing close to legal limit

Tyre has ply or cords exposed nsr tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2021 131,877 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2020 116,893 miles

Rear tyres wering from inner shoulder

Fail 26 Sep 2020 116,879 miles

Offside Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear tyres wering from inner shoulder

Pass 25 Apr 2019 97,182 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 27 Apr 2018 82,567 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 68,755 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 53,616 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 29 Apr 2015 33,408 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

cracking and wearing on inner and outer edge on both front tyres

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 OPF is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 OPF, 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 OPF registered?

BG12 OPF is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 2 May 2012.

Is BG12 OPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG12 OPF shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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