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HK12 UBJ

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

131,146 mi
Last recorded131,146 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK12 UBJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 26 Nov 2025 131,146 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 113,408 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Oct 2023 93,110 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 88,212 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer side wall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear Arm - Recommended Replacement. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Close to limit. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Front Edge wear. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 82,278 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Starting to wear. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 76,458 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 67,415 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 57,824 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 54,682 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 45,331 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 45,020 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 33,755 miles

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

near side front tyre side wall cut

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 UBJ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 UBJ, 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 HK12 UBJ registered?

HK12 UBJ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is HK12 UBJ safe to buy?

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