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DF12 WVJ

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2024
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

135,178 mi
Last recorded135,178 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2023
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF12 WVJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 29 Sep 2023 135,178 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 119,543 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 110,219 miles

engine cover under trays fitted

Pass 12 Sep 2020 102,813 miles

engine cover under trays fitted

Pass 12 Sep 2019 96,887 miles

engine cover / under trays fitted

Pass 7 Sep 2018 889,674 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2017 82,354 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Mar 2017 74,532 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both side (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Mar 2016 62,242 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both side (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 53,215 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 11,483 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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DF12 WVJ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel 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 WVJ, 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 DF12 WVJ registered?

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

Is DF12 WVJ safe to buy?

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