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HD12 DDN

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

51,136 mi
Last recorded51,136 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

RegistrationHD12 DDN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 51,136 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded

Pass 7 Nov 2024 46,660 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2023 42,518 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2023 42,504 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 38,756 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 38,047 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 37,279 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 35,395 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 33,004 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2018 33,004 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2017 31,261 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 28,528 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 25,043 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 25,033 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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HD12 DDN is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 HD12 DDN, 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 HD12 DDN registered?

HD12 DDN is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is HD12 DDN safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD12 DDN shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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