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DG53 CHR

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Dec 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

103,294 mi
Last recorded103,294 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG53 CHR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 103,294 miles

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2024 95,437 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 87,856 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2023 87,856 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Dec 2022 81,077 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2021 73,592 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 70,863 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 12 Dec 2019 65,122 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 58,102 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 51,086 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 44,176 miles

Nearside Front worn on inner shoulder

Offside Front small cut in outer wall but as yet no cords exposed

Offside Front worn in inner shoulder

Fail 30 Nov 2016 44,176 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front worn on inner shoulder

Offside Front small cut in outer wall but as yet no cords exposed

Offside Front worn in inner shoulder

Pass 17 Dec 2015 37,709 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2014 31,713 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 31,713 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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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DG53 CHR is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 DG53 CHR, 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 DG53 CHR?

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What year was DG53 CHR registered?

DG53 CHR is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 March 2012.

Is DG53 CHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG53 CHR shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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