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KN12 FMZ

2012 Mercedes-benz C

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

164,346 mi
Last recorded164,346 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN12 FMZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 164,346 miles

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

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

tpms warning lamp on

Fail 15 Jun 2026 164,346 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

tpms warning lamp on

Pass 29 Jan 2025 263,124 miles

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

Fail 29 Jan 2025 263,124 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2023 260,459 miles

Rear seat not fitted

Pass 29 Mar 2022 160,532 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2021 255,914 miles

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2020 254,329 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2020 254,329 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2019 149,217 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 125,858 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 107,975 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 86,896 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 67,268 miles

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

nearside front tyre split on inner edge

nearside rear tyre split on inner edge

offside front tyre split on inner edge

offside rear tyre split on inner edge

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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KN12 FMZ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 KN12 FMZ, 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 KN12 FMZ registered?

KN12 FMZ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 March 2012.

Is KN12 FMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN12 FMZ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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