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FP12 BWH

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

64,339 mi
Last recorded64,339 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP12 BWH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 64,339 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 55,695 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Feb 2025 55,695 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2024 47,629 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 21 Feb 2023 39,238 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 28 Feb 2022 32,071 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 31,449 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Jul 2020 30,506 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 28,254 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 25,551 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Apr 2017 23,611 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 19,907 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 18,247 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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FP12 BWH is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Silver 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 FP12 BWH, 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 FP12 BWH registered?

FP12 BWH is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 April 2012.

Is FP12 BWH safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP12 BWH 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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