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GF62 VTG

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

58,548 mi
Last recorded58,548 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 58,548 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 56,085 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2024 56,083 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2023 54,017 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 51,466 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 48,380 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 46,373 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 41,008 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 36,696 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 32,215 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Nov 2016 27,644 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 22,353 miles

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 VTG is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 VTG, 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 VTG?

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What year was GF62 VTG registered?

GF62 VTG is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 November 2012.

Is GF62 VTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF62 VTG shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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