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BL61 OTN

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2023
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

139,583 mi
Last recorded139,583 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2022
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL61 OTN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2022 139,583 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

under trays fittwd

Pass 18 Aug 2021 124,101 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2020 115,338 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 99,319 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

emmisions to clean to read

Pass 20 Sep 2018 90,813 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 68,111 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 52,004 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2016 52,004 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) modified and seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

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

Fail 19 Feb 2016 51,810 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate tyre pressure low (4.1.D.4)

Pass 23 Jan 2015 36,913 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)

o/s/f tyre wear both edges

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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BL61 OTN is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BL61 OTN, 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

How do I check the history of BL61 OTN?

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What year was BL61 OTN registered?

BL61 OTN is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 January 2012.

Is BL61 OTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL61 OTN shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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