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FH12 GVW

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

84,637 mi
Last recorded84,637 miles
Recorded on28 May 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH12 GVW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2025 84,637 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides /heavy corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexy (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexy /borderline failure (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2023 82,840 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2022 73,453 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2022 73,453 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 30 Nov 2021 67,966 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2021 67,962 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2020 59,129 miles

Engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of all components

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of all components

Pass 24 May 2019 43,449 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 28,635 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 28,502 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 19,970 miles

Nearside Front tyre cracked, perished

Nearside Rear tyre cracked, perished

Offside Front tyre cracked, perished

Offside Rear tyre cracked, perished, cuts inner sidewall

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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FH12 GVW is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Blue 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 FH12 GVW, 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 FH12 GVW?

You can check the full history of FH12 GVW by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FH12 GVW registered?

FH12 GVW is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is FH12 GVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH12 GVW 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.

Does FH12 GVW have outstanding finance?

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