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K55 JKT

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2025
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

112,183 mi
Last recorded112,183 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2024
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK55 JKT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2024 112,183 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2024 112,181 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Mar 2023 102,714 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 100,999 miles

Nearside Front tyre wall damaged

Fail 1 Dec 2022 100,998 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from cylinder to off side rear latral across axel (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front tyre wall damaged

Pass 24 Nov 2021 92,608 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Replacement recommended (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All.....Replacement recommended (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 84,228 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2019 76,303 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 61,279 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 46,017 miles

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

Fail 15 Nov 2017 46,016 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Tyre has ply or cords exposed both front (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 Dec 2016 30,637 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 28,650 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2016 28,650 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 22,475 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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K55 JKT is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 K55 JKT, 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.

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What year was K55 JKT registered?

K55 JKT is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2012.

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