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KH12 ARG

2017 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

58,462 mi
Last recorded58,462 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz C45,611 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKH12 ARG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 58,462 miles

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

covers fitted underneath the vehicle

Fail 11 Jun 2026 58,462 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

covers fitted underneath the vehicle

Pass 1 Nov 2025 94,187 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

covers fitted underneath the vehicle

Pass 10 Jun 2025 50,874 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 10 Jun 2025 50,874 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 92,772 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 36,918 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2023 86,602 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

covers fitted underneath the vehicle

Pass 3 May 2023 34,099 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 82,223 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

covers fitted underneath the vehicle

Pass 12 May 2022 27,526 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip marks (3.2 (a) (i))

under covers fitted

Pass 3 Nov 2021 74,575 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Oct 2021 74,447 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 21,526 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm wearing on inner and outer shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 61,049 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2020 17,457 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 58,297 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 43,064 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 32,728 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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KH12 ARG is a 2017 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2017 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 45,611 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 KH12 ARG, 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 9 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 KH12 ARG registered?

KH12 ARG is a 2017 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 May 2017.

Is KH12 ARG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KH12 ARG shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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