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BG62 YXH

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

87,289 mi
Last recorded87,289 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG62 YXH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 87,289 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2026 87,285 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 3 Apr 2025 82,303 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2024 76,465 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 73,768 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 70,701 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2021 66,391 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 65,935 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 63,017 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 61,483 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 53,634 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 44,525 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 34,600 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 25,262 miles

engine cover and undertrays 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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BG62 YXH is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 BG62 YXH, 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 BG62 YXH registered?

BG62 YXH is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 November 2012.

Is BG62 YXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG62 YXH shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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