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HG12 YBA

2012 Mercedes-benz C

White Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

113,692 mi
Last recorded113,692 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG12 YBA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2026 113,692 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s+o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s+o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2025 108,564 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 105,474 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 99,596 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2023 99,596 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2022 90,530 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 88,886 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 85,639 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2020 85,633 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2019 81,113 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2019 81,113 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 76,579 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 66,121 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 Jun 2016 54,763 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)

too clean to register on smoke test

Pass 1 Jul 2015 38,841 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

headelamp aim was too low, and too far to the left, now adjusted to correct aim.

rear brake discs slightly worn/corroded.

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 YBA is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YBA, 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 HG12 YBA registered?

HG12 YBA is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 June 2012.

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