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KKH 797N

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Dec 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

174,733 mi
Last recorded174,733 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKKH 797N
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Dec 2025 174,733 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2024 170,418 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2023 156,869 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2022 137,527 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2021 101,010 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 78,670 miles

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

Fail 10 Dec 2020 78,643 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 19 Dec 2019 72,458 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2018 59,045 miles

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

Fail 22 Dec 2018 59,045 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2017 43,378 miles

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

low emissions, no dsm printout.

Pass 28 Dec 2016 31,309 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 30,035 miles

Both front tyres poor condition sidewalls cracked

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 5 Nov 2015 20,072 miles

Altered interior head light level switch to '0' for head light aim test.

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

Offside Front 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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KKH 797N is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 KKH 797N, 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 KKH 797N registered?

KKH 797N is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is KKH 797N safe to buy?

The MOT history for KKH 797N shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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