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CGZ 1290

2016 Mercedes-benz 212

Black Diesel 1950cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

249,982 mi
Last recorded249,982 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz 21249,036 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCGZ 1290
MakeMercedes-benz
Model212
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 18 Nov 2025 249,982 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2024 210,780 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Oct 2023 165,289 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2022 125,796 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2020 86,801 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2019 68,462 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 212?

Based on 1,859 MOT tests across 210 vehicles.

67.2%
Pass Rate
5,433
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
210
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 174
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 93
Registration plate lamp not working 68
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 65
Stop lamp not working 64
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CGZ 1290 is a 2016 Mercedes-benz 212 in Black with a 1,950cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz 212 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 49,036 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 212 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 174 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CGZ 1290, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 212 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 10 years old, this Mercedes-benz 212 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was CGZ 1290 registered?

CGZ 1290 is a 2016 Mercedes-benz 212, first registered on 31 May 2016.

Is CGZ 1290 safe to buy?

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