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EX62 XEP

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

135,207 mi
Last recorded135,207 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX62 XEP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 135,207 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2025 129,538 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2024 121,631 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 3 Apr 2023 117,304 miles

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both sides externally corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight wear on outer shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight wear on outer shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil misting on vehicle undertray (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2022 109,768 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2021 104,759 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Apr 2021 104,659 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2020 98,256 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear pads wearing low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded by hose end (1.1.11 (c))

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

parking brake only just met efficiency may need repair or adjustment

Pass 13 Apr 2019 89,698 miles

Nearside Front worn on outer edge

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 81,776 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 74,085 miles

n/s/r.tyre,has,cuts.to outer.sidewall.

Pass 1 Oct 2015 55,390 miles

All tyres wearing on edges.

No smoke detected.

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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EX62 XEP is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 EX62 XEP, 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 EX62 XEP registered?

EX62 XEP is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is EX62 XEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX62 XEP shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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