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KS12 VCK

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2020
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

42,390 mi
Last recorded42,390 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2019
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS12 VCK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2019 42,390 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 39,254 miles

o/s/r and n/s/r tyres age related cracking to tread

undertrays fitted

Fail 20 Aug 2018 39,250 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

o/s/r and n/s/r tyres age related cracking to tread

undertrays fitted

Pass 9 Aug 2017 35,983 miles

Under trays fitted

Pass 18 Aug 2016 30,222 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 25,707 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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KS12 VCK is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VCK, 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 KS12 VCK registered?

KS12 VCK is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 July 2012.

Is KS12 VCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS12 VCK shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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