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HG62 HJK

2012 Mercedes-benz C

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

100,571 mi
Last recorded100,571 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG62 HJK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 100,571 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2025 100,316 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 74,011 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2024 74,011 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2023 56,291 miles

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

Fail 28 Jun 2023 56,291 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear facing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Jul 2022 49,192 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 34,123 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 20,280 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 13,767 miles

underside splash guards fitted preventing the inspection of some underside components

Pass 6 Oct 2015 11,939 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring view

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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HG62 HJK is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 HG62 HJK, 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 HG62 HJK registered?

HG62 HJK is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 October 2012.

Is HG62 HJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG62 HJK shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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