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KR61 NKT

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

132,289 mi
Last recorded132,289 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR61 NKT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 132,289 miles

some oil seen under engine not dripping or leaking

under body tray missing

Pass 28 Feb 2025 123,597 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2024 115,859 miles

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

Fail 31 Jan 2024 115,856 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Feb 2023 104,993 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 94,195 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2021 86,056 miles

Brake pipes corroded

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 Feb 2021 86,056 miles

Side repeater not working Offside (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Brake pipes corroded

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jan 2020 78,355 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 66,824 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 55,183 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 47,509 miles

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

engine covers under trays fitted

Pass 31 Mar 2016 39,061 miles

covers trays fitted

Pass 30 Mar 2015 30,272 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f inner side wall badly damaged

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 NKT is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc 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 KR61 NKT, 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 KR61 NKT registered?

KR61 NKT is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 February 2012.

Is KR61 NKT safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR61 NKT 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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