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HV62 ODK

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

224,183 mi
Last recorded224,183 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV62 ODK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 224,183 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 13 Mar 2026 224,183 miles

Front Suspension arm insecurely attached both sides (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2025 218,800 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

undertray and engine cover fitted

Pass 5 Mar 2024 213,418 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge wear (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside and offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Mar 2024 213,402 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge wear (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside and offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2023 208,494 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Feb 2023 208,494 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded mainfeed running across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Feb 2022 202,911 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak, but not excessive under trays wet (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside centre running across axle section (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Feb 2021 193,729 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Rear fog lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))

Pass 4 Feb 2020 187,935 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both front tyres have cuts on outer rim (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres have outer edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Feb 2019 177,752 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 176,047 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2017 156,914 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2017 156,911 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 13 Jul 2017 156,746 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

brake pad warning light on

Pass 24 Jan 2017 139,212 miles

unable to record smoke test

Pass 26 Jul 2016 107,519 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 85,189 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 81,746 miles

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

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

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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HV62 ODK is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HV62 ODK, 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 HV62 ODK registered?

HV62 ODK is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 September 2012.

Is HV62 ODK safe to buy?

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