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DG62 DXL

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2024
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

134,253 mi
Last recorded134,253 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2023
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG62 DXL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2023 134,253 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2022 128,145 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2022 128,099 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 24 Dec 2020 118,990 miles

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

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

under trays fitted obscuring view

Pass 9 May 2019 105,610 miles
Fail 1 May 2019 105,366 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front headlamp brackets broken but still secure

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 2 May 2018 90,876 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 87,799 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 69,450 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 49,527 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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DG62 DXL is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DG62 DXL, 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 DG62 DXL registered?

DG62 DXL is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 September 2012.

Is DG62 DXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG62 DXL shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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