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BL12 EKC

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

133,817 mi
Last recorded133,817 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2017
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL12 EKC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2017 133,817 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 131,014 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2016 131,014 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 125,644 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front and rear brake discs lipped front pads 50% worn rear pads ok

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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BL12 EKC is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 BL12 EKC, 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.

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What year was BL12 EKC registered?

BL12 EKC is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is BL12 EKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL12 EKC shows 4 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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