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KP12 DZJ

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

134,038 mi
Last recorded134,038 miles
Recorded on10 May 2023
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP12 DZJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2023 134,038 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2022 116,412 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 102,573 miles

under tray fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jun 2020 86,203 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 7 Jun 2019 68,181 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

both front brake discs slightly worn

both front brake pads getting low

both rear brake discs slightly worn

both rear brake pad getting lw

Pass 29 May 2018 54,056 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2017 38,333 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Both pipes in n/s/r wheel arch. (3.6.B.2c)

Stone chips in front screen.

Pass 31 May 2016 26,829 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 26,829 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 21,860 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 DZJ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DZJ, 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 KP12 DZJ registered?

KP12 DZJ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 July 2012.

Is KP12 DZJ safe to buy?

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