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DS61 OPJ

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

120,585 mi
Last recorded120,585 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS61 OPJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 120,585 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2025 118,065 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2025 118,059 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 20 Nov 2024 115,425 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2024 115,425 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Fail 15 Nov 2024 115,420 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 27 Oct 2023 101,586 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2022 97,684 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 93,897 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 89,460 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge low check tracking as no free play in steering (5.2.3 (e))

both o/s tyres and n/s front outer sidewalls have kerbing rib damage

plastic engine and underfloor panels ftd which obscure items

Pass 9 Dec 2019 95,205 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 80,136 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2018 80,118 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 16 Nov 2017 77,063 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 74,610 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 64,795 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 44,412 miles

Nearside front tyre worn on edge

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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DS61 OPJ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 DS61 OPJ, 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.

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What year was DS61 OPJ registered?

DS61 OPJ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 January 2012.

Is DS61 OPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS61 OPJ shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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