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HV12 XAE

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

154,617 mi
Last recorded154,617 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2024
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2024 154,617 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 148,270 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear, along nearside, above undertrays (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material over rear subframe (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 21 Apr 2023 148,270 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear, along nearside, above undertrays (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material over rear subframe (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 May 2022 141,369 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear, at Nearside Rear, above undertray (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/60 16, ~3mm, wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ~2mm, worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Nov 2020 134,128 miles

Undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 May 2019 119,506 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 106,074 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

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

Pass 26 May 2017 91,696 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 69,933 miles

both rear tyres worn very close to limit

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (3.7.B.3)

offside rear tyre nail

Pass 21 May 2015 45,527 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 May 2015 45,508 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 XAE 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 81.8%.

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 XAE, 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 XAE registered?

HV12 XAE is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is HV12 XAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV12 XAE shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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