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KS12 WOV

2012 Mercedes-benz C

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

142,083 mi
Last recorded142,083 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS12 WOV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 142,083 miles

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

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

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Jan 2026 142,068 miles

Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn nsf front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn nsf rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2025 123,225 miles

All shock absorber casings slightly corroded

Front tyres wearing on outer edges 225/40/18

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Also partially covered, unable to be fully inspected (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement - Front arm (ball joint one end, bush at other end) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Also partially covered, unable to be fully inspected (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Jan 2025 123,223 miles

Exhaust silencer insecure Centre clamp broken (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding - Wheel bearing unable to be tested (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn - Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn - Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn - Front arm (ball joint one end, bush at other end) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

All shock absorber casings slightly corroded

Front tyres wearing on outer edges 225/40/18

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Also partially covered, unable to be fully inspected (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement - Front arm (ball joint one end, bush at other end) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Also partially covered, unable to be fully inspected (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2024 117,895 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2024 117,841 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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

Pass 7 Jan 2023 111,583 miles

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

Offside Front 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 8 Jan 2022 105,105 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 99,249 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 90,875 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 14 Jul 2018 81,716 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords also worn low on edges (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jul 2017 71,752 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2017 71,752 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 60,528 miles

Offside Front tyre has worn edges

Pass 10 Jul 2015 50,661 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 WOV is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 WOV, 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 WOV registered?

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

Is KS12 WOV safe to buy?

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