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HK12 DVN

2012 Mercedes-benz C

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

127,101 mi
Last recorded127,101 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK12 DVN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 127,101 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2023 100,293 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2022 90,034 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2021 85,390 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2020 82,239 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2019 78,242 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2018 73,121 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 68,855 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2017 68,855 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Oct 2016 63,266 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 46,711 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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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HK12 DVN 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 90.9%.

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 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 HK12 DVN, 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 HK12 DVN?

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What year was HK12 DVN registered?

HK12 DVN is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 June 2012.

Is HK12 DVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK12 DVN shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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