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HG12 XJZ

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

80,650 mi
Last recorded80,650 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG12 XJZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2026 80,650 miles

Offside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Sep 2026 80,626 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2025 78,172 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2024 75,385 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 73,090 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2022 70,316 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 66,176 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 63,450 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 60,215 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 54,868 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 45,830 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 37,039 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 27,869 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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HG12 XJZ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 HG12 XJZ, 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 HG12 XJZ?

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What year was HG12 XJZ registered?

HG12 XJZ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 July 2012.

Is HG12 XJZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG12 XJZ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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