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FV62 BEU

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2021
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

145,376 mi
Last recorded145,376 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2020
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV62 BEU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2020 145,376 miles

bonnet safety catch is totally missing.

Pass 19 Oct 2019 133,806 miles

Bonnet safety catch is totaly missing....

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads look low.... (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear brake slightly binding....

Pass 10 Oct 2018 122,594 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Oct 2018 122,594 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 100,397 miles

Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Nov 2016 77,292 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 58,112 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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FV62 BEU is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 FV62 BEU, 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 FV62 BEU registered?

FV62 BEU is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 October 2012.

Is FV62 BEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV62 BEU shows 7 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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