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FP62 UGT

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

141,170 mi
Last recorded141,170 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2023
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP62 UGT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2023 141,170 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 134,027 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Nearside front lower and offside front lower. (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Localized brake pipe/s corrosion especially transverse rear at nearside fixing clip

Pass 30 Nov 2021 127,222 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 114,567 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2019 106,290 miles

Front tyres getting low on treads

Rear tyres worn to the limit!

Screen wash not working, presumed frozen.

Pass 23 Nov 2018 95,025 miles

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

Fail 16 Nov 2018 94,911 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 16 Nov 2017 86,865 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 71,761 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 45,886 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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FP62 UGT is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FP62 UGT, 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 UGT?

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What year was FP62 UGT registered?

FP62 UGT is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 November 2012.

Is FP62 UGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP62 UGT shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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