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FV12 AZC

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2022
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

156,670 mi
Last recorded156,670 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2021
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV12 AZC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2021 156,670 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play Both side (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 144,088 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 137,000 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 120,110 miles

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Feb 2017 99,596 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2017 99,124 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 79,429 miles

n/s and o/s front tyre edge wear

Pass 9 Apr 2015 58,803 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nsf tyre outer edges slightly worn

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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FV12 AZC is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FV12 AZC, 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 FV12 AZC registered?

FV12 AZC is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 March 2012.

Is FV12 AZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV12 AZC shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV12 AZC have outstanding finance?

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