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GJ62 VBX

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 6208cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

76,625 mi
Last recorded76,625 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ62 VBX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,208cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 76,625 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 71,490 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 66,608 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 63,583 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 59,816 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 9 Oct 2020 58,408 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Oct 2019 55,148 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front and rear brake pads wearing thin

Pass 25 Oct 2018 46,847 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 41,259 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 32,717 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 20,840 miles

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

Fail 24 Oct 2015 20,834 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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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GJ62 VBX is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 6,208cc petrol 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 GJ62 VBX, 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 GJ62 VBX registered?

GJ62 VBX is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 October 2012.

Is GJ62 VBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ62 VBX 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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