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GF62 BUE

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

269,490 mi
Last recorded269,490 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2024
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF62 BUE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2024 269,490 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Front and Rear disks worn, pitted or scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2023 161,545 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2022 143,106 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 140,697 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front only just acceptable (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Jul 2021 140,697 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front only just acceptable (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 133,575 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front anti roll bar link dust cover perished

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front anti roll bar link dust cover perished

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

Pass 29 Mar 2019 111,981 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2018 89,780 miles

Front front brake pads getting low

Offside Front Tyre worn on the inside edge

Offside Rear Tyre close to the legal limit of 1.6mm

Pass 28 Mar 2017 69,473 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre close to legal limit

Offside Rear Tyre close to legal limit

Pass 24 Mar 2016 53,527 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 24 Mar 2016 53,527 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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GF62 BUE is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 GF62 BUE, 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 GF62 BUE registered?

GF62 BUE is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is GF62 BUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF62 BUE shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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