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DC12 HGZ

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

117,656 mi
Last recorded117,656 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2024
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC12 HGZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2024 117,656 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 30 Dec 2024 117,655 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Dec 2023 112,015 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 100,960 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2021 79,934 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

front both side brake pads getting low

plastic under tray fitted

Fail 15 Dec 2021 79,933 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

front both side brake pads getting low

plastic under tray fitted

Pass 26 Nov 2020 69,329 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 59,812 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 51,299 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 40,863 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 34,321 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 29,498 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2015 29,498 miles

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

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

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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DC12 HGZ 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 76.9%.

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 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 DC12 HGZ, 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 DC12 HGZ registered?

DC12 HGZ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 March 2012.

Is DC12 HGZ safe to buy?

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