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DK12 ZKP

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

196,697 mi
Last recorded196,697 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2023
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK12 ZKP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2023 196,697 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 8 Mar 2022 188,849 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2022 188,849 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Pass 15 Feb 2021 179,373 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2020 164,182 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 153,258 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2019 153,252 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2018 141,747 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 129,584 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 107,278 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2016 107,278 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 14 Feb 2015 85,336 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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DK12 ZKP 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 75%.

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 DK12 ZKP, 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 DK12 ZKP registered?

DK12 ZKP is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2012.

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The MOT history for DK12 ZKP shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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