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FP62 KXS

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2023
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

101,506 mi
Last recorded101,506 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2022
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP62 KXS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2022 101,506 miles

covers and trays fitted

Fail 10 Jan 2022 101,506 miles

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

covers and trays fitted

Pass 8 Jan 2021 86,051 miles

Nearside Front tyre wall damage

Nearside Rear wheel repair

Fail 7 Jan 2021 86,049 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front tyre wall damage

Pass 10 Jul 2019 73,420 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 71,260 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 56,863 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 22 Oct 2015 46,248 miles

Nearside Front tyre getting low on tread on edges

Offside Front tyre getting low on tread on edges

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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FP62 KXS is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FP62 KXS, 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 FP62 KXS?

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What year was FP62 KXS registered?

FP62 KXS is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 November 2012.

Is FP62 KXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP62 KXS shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FP62 KXS have outstanding finance?

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