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KN62 ZYF

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

97,299 mi
Last recorded97,299 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN62 ZYF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2026 97,299 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2025 90,612 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Outer Nail in tyre

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

Pass 27 Aug 2024 83,900 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2023 73,294 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipes corroded on n/s sill area around fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded in wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Aug 2022 69,894 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 66,448 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 64,107 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 63,592 miles

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

front brake discs worn

rear brake discs worn

Pass 3 Nov 2018 51,994 miles

near side front tyre side wall damaged and nail on outer edge

off side front tyre wearing thin and cuts on tread

off side rear tyre cuts on tread

Pass 24 Oct 2017 45,324 miles

Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 Oct 2017 45,324 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Nov 2016 37,226 miles

Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Oct 2015 27,998 miles

Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 Oct 2015 27,998 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 ZYF is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Blue 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 KN62 ZYF, 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 ZYF registered?

KN62 ZYF is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 November 2012.

Is KN62 ZYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN62 ZYF 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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