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DA12 XRZ

2012 Mercedes-benz C

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Mar 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

79,404 mi
Last recorded79,404 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA12 XRZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 79,404 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2025 75,243 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2024 71,662 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 68,267 miles

covers and shields fitted

Pass 12 Mar 2022 63,293 miles

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2018 60,605 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 56,227 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (3.5.1i)

front wipers slightly smearing screen

Fail 15 Jul 2016 56,226 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (3.5.1i)

front wipers slightly smearing screen

offside front tyre outer edge badly cracking / worn

Pass 14 Jul 2015 51,955 miles

nearside front tyre wearing in 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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DA12 XRZ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DA12 XRZ, 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 DA12 XRZ registered?

DA12 XRZ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is DA12 XRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA12 XRZ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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