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GF62 LUW

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

219,851 mi
Last recorded219,851 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2024
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF62 LUW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2024 219,851 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2023 188,659 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 159,887 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2021 136,814 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2020 126,547 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 115,677 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 88,539 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 14 Aug 2017 61,443 miles

Engine cover fitted

Underbody covers fitted

Undertray fitted

Pass 11 Oct 2016 53,264 miles

Front wipers worn

Front Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front deep cut in tread and side wall damage x3

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 11 Oct 2016 53,264 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Front wipers worn

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front deep cut in tread and side wall damage x3

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 14 Oct 2015 42,556 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear tyre deep cuts in it

Offside Front tyre has cuts

Offside Rear tyre has cuts

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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 LUW is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 LUW, 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

How do I check the history of GF62 LUW?

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What year was GF62 LUW registered?

GF62 LUW is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 October 2012.

Is GF62 LUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF62 LUW shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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