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KS12 WNZ

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2023
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

101,662 mi
Last recorded101,662 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2022
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS12 WNZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2022 101,662 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 11 Jul 2022 101,662 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2021 93,105 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2020 86,467 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 78,548 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 60,851 miles

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

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

Fail 23 Feb 2018 60,851 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2017 45,473 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 40,955 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2015 33,398 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 WNZ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WNZ, 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 KS12 WNZ registered?

KS12 WNZ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 July 2012.

Is KS12 WNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS12 WNZ shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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