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KM61 SKU

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

121,571 mi
Last recorded121,571 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM61 SKU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 121,571 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2025 114,907 miles

brake pipes coated/undertrays restricting inspection

Fail 8 Jul 2025 114,907 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

brake pipes coated/undertrays restricting inspection

Pass 10 Jul 2024 103,638 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 94,484 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 88,120 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on edges 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jul 2021 85,284 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Jul 2021 85,284 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 255/40/18 falken (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

small cuts on front tyres / front wheels fitted to rear axle / rear on front

Pass 17 Jul 2020 82,557 miles

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

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 79,646 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 75,001 miles

Nearside Front tyre has a cut on inner wall not deep enough to reach cords

hand brake has little reserve travel

Pass 15 Jun 2017 69,824 miles

Under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 19 Jul 2016 57,349 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 44,191 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 43,371 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

slight wear front brake discs -------small cut sidewalls nsf,osf tyre

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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KM61 SKU is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 KM61 SKU, 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 KM61 SKU registered?

KM61 SKU is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 January 2012.

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