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G11 FNK

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2023
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

224,376 mi
Last recorded224,376 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2022
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG11 FNK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2022 224,376 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2021 217,784 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2020 200,952 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2019 176,593 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2018 130,122 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2018 129,885 miles

Body insecure and dangerous to other road users Nearside front bumper insecure (6.1.B.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle Inner arch liner (4.1.D.2)

Pass 4 Feb 2017 93,317 miles

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

n/s/f tyre stepping on inner edge

o/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

Fail 28 Jan 2017 92,641 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

n/s/f tyre stepping on inner edge

o/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 29 Jan 2016 75,127 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 67,184 miles
Fail 1 May 2015 67,184 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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G11 FNK is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 G11 FNK, 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.

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What year was G11 FNK registered?

G11 FNK is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is G11 FNK safe to buy?

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