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HG62 SUY

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

99,498 mi
Last recorded99,498 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2024
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG62 SUY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2024 99,498 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine and rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 3 Dec 2024 99,498 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached rear most (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine and rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Dec 2023 95,148 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 90,816 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2021 86,272 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 82,849 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2019 79,687 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2018 77,161 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 72,632 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 59,950 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2016 59,950 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Nov 2015 38,845 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 17 Nov 2015 38,845 miles

Fuel system component leaking signs of fuel leak from underside (7.2.3)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 SUY is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 SUY, 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 SUY registered?

HG62 SUY is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 December 2012.

Is HG62 SUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG62 SUY shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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