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KP12 BLX

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2017
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

76,636 mi
Last recorded76,636 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2016
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP12 BLX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2016 76,636 miles

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

washer jets need adjusting

Fail 3 Jun 2016 76,631 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

washer jets need adjusting

Pass 9 Jun 2015 52,953 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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KP12 BLX is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 KP12 BLX, 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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How do I check the history of KP12 BLX?

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What year was KP12 BLX registered?

KP12 BLX is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 July 2012.

Is KP12 BLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP12 BLX shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KP12 BLX have outstanding finance?

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