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FV62 FNU

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

113,036 mi
Last recorded113,036 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 113,036 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2023 112,964 miles
Fail 17 May 2023 112,961 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 17 May 2022 112,853 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 108,034 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 16 Aug 2021 108,034 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Aug 2020 101,892 miles

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

under trays on

Pass 17 Aug 2019 95,180 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 92,097 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2017 83,122 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

adv front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 22 Apr 2016 73,124 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 64,672 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 FNU is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FNU, 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 FNU registered?

FV62 FNU is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 October 2012.

Is FV62 FNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV62 FNU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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