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JIG 5591

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

198,679 mi
Last recorded198,679 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJIG 5591
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2025 198,679 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material VARIOUS PIPES (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2024 193,354 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2023 184,449 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2022 175,433 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside 1.6mm nearside 2.0mm recommend replace (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 163,321 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 126,122 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 94,351 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 83,034 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2018 74,874 miles

Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Oct 2016 53,906 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 34,777 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 25,183 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2015 25,183 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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

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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JIG 5591 is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 JIG 5591, 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 JIG 5591 registered?

JIG 5591 is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 September 2012.

Is JIG 5591 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JIG 5591 shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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