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HK12 FGX

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

113,339 mi
Last recorded113,339 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK12 FGX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 113,339 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 112,470 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 110,009 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 107,509 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 107,348 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 95,721 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 82,238 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 69,167 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened WORN LIPPED (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.1mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Jan 2017 59,653 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2017 59,653 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 19 Jan 2016 51,536 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 47,672 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 26,524 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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HK12 FGX 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 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 HK12 FGX, 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 FGX?

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What year was HK12 FGX registered?

HK12 FGX is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is HK12 FGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK12 FGX 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.

Does HK12 FGX have outstanding finance?

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