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DK05 GAZ

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,734 mi
Last recorded84,734 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK05 GAZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 15 Apr 2026 84,734 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2025 80,712 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2024 78,903 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 77,117 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s/f inner brake pipe on bend across rear chassis above sub frame on clips and bends corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arms on both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2022 72,804 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 70,017 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2020 69,474 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 61,843 miles

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

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of all components

Pass 12 Mar 2018 54,627 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 14 Mar 2017 48,283 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 42,890 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 34,419 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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DK05 GAZ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 DK05 GAZ, 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 DK05 GAZ registered?

DK05 GAZ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 June 2012.

Is DK05 GAZ safe to buy?

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