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C4 KJK

2012 Mercedes-benz C

White Diesel 2200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

144,069 mi
Last recorded144,069 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC4 KJK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2026 144,069 miles

vehicle undersealed

Fail 29 Apr 2026 144,052 miles

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

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened NSR holed by side fuel tank (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge only just legal at time of test recommend replaced ASAP!!!!!!!!!!!!! (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 May 2025 140,702 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Apr 2025 140,699 miles

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

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Apr 2024 135,358 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Apr 2024 135,356 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner surfaces. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2023 129,144 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracking!! recommend replaced ASAP!! (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Apr 2022 124,331 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre wearing outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge replace 1-2000 miles (5.2.3 (e))

handbrake only just passed !!recommend repair asap!!!

Pass 16 Sep 2020 111,055 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2019 100,630 miles

Exhaust mounting defective exhaust clamp cracked but secure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Aug 2018 86,982 miles

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

Fail 18 Aug 2018 86,982 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 Aug 2017 71,070 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2016 55,644 miles

NO EMISSIONS DETECTED

Pass 18 Sep 2015 40,980 miles

no emissions detected

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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C4 KJK is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 2,200cc 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 C4 KJK, 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 C4 KJK registered?

C4 KJK is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 September 2012.

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