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DU62 APF

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

120,938 mi
Last recorded120,938 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2024
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU62 APF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2024 120,938 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Undertrays fitted unable to fully inspect

Pass 22 Sep 2023 115,088 miles

engine cover and under trays

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 12 Sep 2023 114,906 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

engine cover and under trays

Pass 18 Jul 2022 106,870 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 100,871 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Jul 2021 100,871 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Apr 2020 89,136 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2019 85,540 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2017 74,312 miles

engine cover and undertrays fitted

Pass 14 Oct 2016 63,080 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 2 Nov 2015 56,628 miles

child seats fitted to the rear seat belts

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

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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DU62 APF is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 DU62 APF, 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 DU62 APF registered?

DU62 APF is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 October 2012.

Is DU62 APF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU62 APF shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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