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GF62 BUP

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

62,849 mi
Last recorded62,849 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF62 BUP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2026 62,849 miles

both wipers in poor condition

Pass 28 Aug 2025 61,985 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2025 61,985 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 58,420 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2023 52,906 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2023 49,968 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 44,925 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 42,395 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 40,166 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 36,515 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2019 36,515 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 29,841 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 26,010 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 20,027 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 13,959 miles

Nearside Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 BUP is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 BUP, 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 BUP registered?

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

Is GF62 BUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF62 BUP shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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