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KR61 DSZ

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

105,924 mi
Last recorded105,924 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR61 DSZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 105,924 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2025 105,854 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2024 164,712 miles

engine timing chain noisey on start up

unable to fully inspect front to rear brake pipes due to under panels fitted

Pass 16 Jan 2024 98,264 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2023 95,327 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner and outer shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides front to rear at rear flexy hoses (1.1.11 (c))

unable to fully inspect front to rear brake pipes due to underpanels fitted

Pass 30 Jun 2022 89,372 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides at flexy hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Jun 2021 79,944 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2021 79,944 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jul 2020 72,199 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 60,837 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2018 51,312 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2017 44,214 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 33,340 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 25,839 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)

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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KR61 DSZ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 KR61 DSZ, 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 KR61 DSZ?

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What year was KR61 DSZ registered?

KR61 DSZ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 January 2012.

Is KR61 DSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR61 DSZ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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