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HV12 TGJ

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2024
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

92,318 mi
Last recorded92,318 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2023
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV12 TGJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2023 92,318 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2023 92,307 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jun 2022 90,210 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2021 86,344 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2020 82,586 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 76,309 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 69,536 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2017 53,751 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 49,275 miles

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

emissions too low for print out.

engine cover,under tray and sill covers fitted.

Pass 21 Apr 2016 38,624 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 27,371 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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HV12 TGJ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Black 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 HV12 TGJ, 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 HV12 TGJ registered?

HV12 TGJ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 March 2012.

Is HV12 TGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV12 TGJ 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.

Does HV12 TGJ have outstanding finance?

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