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KP12 DXZ

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

62,516 mi
Last recorded62,516 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP12 DXZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2026 62,516 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2025 61,438 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 60,209 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2023 59,207 miles

Offside Front Tyre cracking

Fail 18 Aug 2023 59,163 miles

Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Tyre cracking

Pass 5 Aug 2022 58,045 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2021 56,867 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 55,454 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 54,408 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 51,696 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 45,438 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2016 13,253 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2015 24,675 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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KP12 DXZ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 KP12 DXZ, 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

How do I check the history of KP12 DXZ?

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What year was KP12 DXZ registered?

KP12 DXZ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 July 2012.

Is KP12 DXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP12 DXZ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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