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HK61 DTF

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

116,002 mi
Last recorded116,002 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK61 DTF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 116,002 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2025 116,002 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Dec 2024 102,448 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2023 94,550 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 85,524 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 76,317 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 74,133 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2020 70,740 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inside side wall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outside sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 64,346 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2018 56,341 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 47,631 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 45,212 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

damage to nearside rear tyre outer side wall

rear brake pads approx. 70% worn

Fail 6 Feb 2017 45,212 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side wall (4.1.D.1a)

rear brake pads approx. 70% worn

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

damage to nearside front tyre outer side wall

damage to nearside rear tyre outer side wall

Pass 5 Feb 2016 37,584 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 28,639 miles

Cut to outer sidewall nearside front tyre

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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HK61 DTF is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 HK61 DTF, 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 HK61 DTF?

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What year was HK61 DTF registered?

HK61 DTF is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 February 2012.

Is HK61 DTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK61 DTF shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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