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FG12 NXM

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

95,231 mi
Last recorded95,231 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG12 NXM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 95,231 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2026 95,231 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Mar 2025 87,883 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 81,879 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 72,819 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 64,022 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 56,790 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 53,633 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2019 44,050 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 32,872 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 23,542 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 23,258 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 19,299 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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FG12 NXM is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FG12 NXM, 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

How do I check the history of FG12 NXM?

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What year was FG12 NXM registered?

FG12 NXM is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 March 2012.

Is FG12 NXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG12 NXM shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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