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H12 BAV

2026 Mercedes-benz C

Black Hybrid electric (clean)
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

100,710 mi
Last recorded100,710 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH12 BAV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2026
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 100,710 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2025 100,709 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 29 Nov 2024 88,191 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 73,027 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 57,740 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm 225/50/17. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 25 Nov 2022 57,740 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm 225/50/17. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Dec 2021 46,070 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear. 225/50x17 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Dec 2021 46,053 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear. 225/50x17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 41,499 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 38,338 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 35,966 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 34,830 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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H12 BAV is a 2026 Mercedes-benz C in Black. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 H12 BAV, 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 0 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 H12 BAV registered?

H12 BAV is a 2026 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2026.

Is H12 BAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for H12 BAV shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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