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KN62 BFU

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,384 mi
Last recorded81,384 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN62 BFU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 26 Feb 2026 81,384 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 74,743 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2024 68,423 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2023 62,872 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2022 58,107 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2021 52,042 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2020 45,381 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 37,407 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2017 29,933 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 24,299 miles

pad light on dash pad thickness is ok

Pass 25 Sep 2015 18,760 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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KN62 BFU is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 KN62 BFU, 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 KN62 BFU registered?

KN62 BFU is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 September 2012.

Is KN62 BFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN62 BFU shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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