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CE12 XBV

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

62,744 mi
Last recorded62,744 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE12 XBV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 62,744 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2024 60,754 miles

Under tray and under body covers preventing full inspection

Pass 13 Nov 2023 58,308 miles

Unable to fully inspect condition of brake pipes reference to applied protective coatings and floor covers

Pass 25 Nov 2022 56,432 miles

T P M S warning illuminated

Unable to fully inspect condition of brake pipes reference applied protective coatings

Pass 27 Jan 2022 55,326 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 53,868 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 51,994 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 48,572 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2017 42,963 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 38,997 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 35,732 miles

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

Fail 2 Sep 2015 35,728 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2015 30,560 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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CE12 XBV is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 CE12 XBV, 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 CE12 XBV registered?

CE12 XBV is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 March 2012.

Is CE12 XBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE12 XBV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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