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FX62 YRF

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2025
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

174,216 mi
Last recorded174,216 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX62 YRF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 5 Dec 2025 174,216 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2024 172,347 miles

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

Fail 29 Nov 2024 172,347 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 4 Dec 2023 167,384 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2022 161,343 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2022 161,343 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2021 154,943 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2021 154,943 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2019 152,587 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2019 152,581 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2018 143,800 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive Coolant leak. Suspect water pump. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

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

Pass 16 Sep 2017 130,827 miles

emissions too low to record

Pass 17 Sep 2016 110,290 miles

engine bay & underbody covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 11 Sep 2015 97,190 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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FX62 YRF is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 FX62 YRF, 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 FX62 YRF registered?

FX62 YRF is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 September 2012.

Is FX62 YRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX62 YRF shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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