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BV12 LXE

2012 Mercedes-benz C

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2022
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

179,784 mi
Last recorded179,784 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2021
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV12 LXE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2021 179,784 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Apr 2021 179,781 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2020 170,665 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 150,657 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Feb 2019 150,657 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2018 129,522 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 108,338 miles

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2015 63,971 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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BV12 LXE is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 BV12 LXE, 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 BV12 LXE registered?

BV12 LXE is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 March 2012.

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