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GY62 WBG

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Brown Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

107,286 mi
Last recorded107,286 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY62 WBG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 107,286 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

trays and covers fitted

Pass 7 Nov 2024 99,801 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

trays and covers fitted

Pass 31 Oct 2023 94,330 miles

Trays and covers fitted

Pass 4 Nov 2022 91,337 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2022 91,337 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

205/55/16 Goodyear

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 82,406 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205.55.16 (5.2.3 (e))

trays and covers fitted

Pass 19 Oct 2020 77,693 miles

emissions to clean to test

trays and covers fitted

Pass 25 Apr 2019 70,717 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 57,201 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 30,265 miles

Rear Bumper accident damage but still secure

Pass 30 Oct 2015 19,482 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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GY62 WBG is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Brown with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 GY62 WBG, 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 GY62 WBG?

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What year was GY62 WBG registered?

GY62 WBG is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 November 2012.

Is GY62 WBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY62 WBG shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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