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GJ12 NYB

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

198,102 mi
Last recorded198,102 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ12 NYB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 198,102 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2026 198,038 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2026 197,786 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2026 197,698 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2024 193,982 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2024 193,805 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2023 190,896 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 187,341 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2022 187,228 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 181,502 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2021 181,384 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 170,859 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 160,295 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 152,188 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 149,572 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 109,818 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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GJ12 NYB is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 GJ12 NYB, 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 GJ12 NYB?

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What year was GJ12 NYB registered?

GJ12 NYB is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 March 2012.

Is GJ12 NYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ12 NYB shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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