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FY12 AKJ

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2021
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

117,405 mi
Last recorded117,405 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2020
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY12 AKJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 28 Nov 2020 117,405 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 11 Feb 2020 113,674 miles

All visible brake pipes covered in grease

Under covers fitted obscuring view of some underside components

Pass 25 Feb 2019 108,291 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And Offside front. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main. (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 98,397 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 73,920 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 51,815 miles

both rear tyres worn inside edge

Pass 9 Apr 2015 28,236 miles

n/s/f tyre bald on outside edge and damaged

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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FY12 AKJ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FY12 AKJ, 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 FY12 AKJ registered?

FY12 AKJ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 March 2012.

Is FY12 AKJ safe to buy?

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