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IFZ 5584

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

152,303 mi
Last recorded152,303 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIFZ 5584
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2025 152,303 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2024 146,122 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2023 138,585 miles

Nearside Front tyre misshappen

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2022 132,856 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2022 132,850 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn lower rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear 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 1 Feb 2021 126,954 miles

Emissions were tested & met but the DSM could not register the reading

Engine cover & under trays fitted making it difficult to inspect

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Feb 2021 126,954 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded As marked (1.1.11 (c))

Emissions were tested & met but the DSM could not register the reading

Engine cover & under trays fitted making it difficult to inspect

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2020 122,868 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2020 122,864 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Lower Rear Arm/ Marked with yellow chalk (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2019 119,478 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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IFZ 5584 is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 IFZ 5584, 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 IFZ 5584?

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What year was IFZ 5584 registered?

IFZ 5584 is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 January 2012.

Is IFZ 5584 safe to buy?

The MOT history for IFZ 5584 shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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