MOT Status
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169,080 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))
Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front STRONG ADVISE (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin All front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Front Wheel bearing has slight play Both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Undertrays fitted
Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front STRONG ADVISE (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin All front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Front Wheel bearing has slight play Both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Undertrays fitted
Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
advise eml light on dash
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?
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GJ12 YXY is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.
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 YXY, 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.
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What year was GJ12 YXY registered?
GJ12 YXY is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 March 2012.
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