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KN62 ZYD

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

132,422 mi
Last recorded132,422 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2024
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN62 ZYD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2024 132,422 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 123,614 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2022 115,997 miles

undertrays obscuring test items from view

Pass 24 Nov 2021 113,576 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2020 107,743 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2020 107,733 miles

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2019 99,829 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2018 79,819 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 58,693 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

engine bay covers fitted

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

under car trays fitted

Pass 1 Dec 2016 47,421 miles

plastic engine cover and vehicle under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of components

Pass 8 Dec 2015 44,995 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 ZYD is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 ZYD, 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.

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What year was KN62 ZYD registered?

KN62 ZYD is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 November 2012.

Is KN62 ZYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN62 ZYD shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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