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GU62 UDW

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

47,973 mi
Last recorded47,973 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU62 UDW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 47,973 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2025 42,879 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 40,880 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 39,276 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 38,311 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 36,357 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2020 34,299 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2020 34,273 miles

Offside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 19 Nov 2018 31,426 miles

Nearside Front Upper Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/ZR17 MICHELIN (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/ZR17 MICHELIN (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Nov 2017 29,754 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 26,823 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 22,940 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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GU62 UDW 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 GU62 UDW, 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 GU62 UDW?

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What year was GU62 UDW registered?

GU62 UDW is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 September 2012.

Is GU62 UDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU62 UDW 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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