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FV12 NMM

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

117,434 mi
Last recorded117,434 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV12 NMM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 117,434 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2024 109,956 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2024 109,955 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2023 101,095 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 97,557 miles

Stone chip on lower windscreen

Fail 4 May 2023 97,557 miles

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Stone chip on lower windscreen

Pass 26 Apr 2022 93,058 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone a (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2021 88,549 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Rear Tyres On 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle As A Under Tray Fitted

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone Chip On Windscreen In Zone A but Less Then 10mm (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 May 2020 84,385 miles

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

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Apr 2019 77,268 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 26 Apr 2018 69,969 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 61,239 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 54,161 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 74,971 miles

Both front tyres starting to wear outer 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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FV12 NMM is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 NMM, 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 FV12 NMM?

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What year was FV12 NMM registered?

FV12 NMM is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 April 2012.

Is FV12 NMM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV12 NMM shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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