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KS12 PNX

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

83,424 mi
Last recorded83,424 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS12 PNX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 83,424 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2025 75,199 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2024 71,110 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2023 67,802 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 63,376 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2022 63,376 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 22 Mar 2021 58,162 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2020 53,526 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Feb 2019 46,110 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2017 37,627 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 32,937 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 29,136 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 26,433 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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KS12 PNX is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Silver 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 KS12 PNX, 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 KS12 PNX?

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What year was KS12 PNX registered?

KS12 PNX is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 July 2012.

Is KS12 PNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS12 PNX 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.

Does KS12 PNX have outstanding finance?

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