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FR12 BFV

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2025
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

135,981 mi
Last recorded135,981 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2023
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR12 BFV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2023 135,981 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2022 130,228 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 125,512 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2021 125,512 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2020 121,151 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 110,432 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 102,998 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 83,906 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 1 Jun 2016 83,906 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Feb 2015 46,667 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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FR12 BFV 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 80%.

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 FR12 BFV, 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

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What year was FR12 BFV registered?

FR12 BFV is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 June 2012.

Is FR12 BFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR12 BFV shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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