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DF12 LVW

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

121,374 mi
Last recorded121,374 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF12 LVW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 20 Apr 2026 121,374 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 107,167 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 93,849 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2023 87,881 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2022 81,081 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 73,456 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 68,931 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 65,364 miles

Offside Front age cracks in tyre tread

Pass 25 Jan 2018 57,754 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

eml on

Pass 14 Sep 2016 43,091 miles

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

covers

Pass 2 Sep 2015 28,824 miles

front pads low /undertray fitted

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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DF12 LVW is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DF12 LVW, 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

How do I check the history of DF12 LVW?

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What year was DF12 LVW registered?

DF12 LVW is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is DF12 LVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF12 LVW shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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