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KU12 FBO

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

99,417 mi
Last recorded99,417 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2023
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU12 FBO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2023 99,417 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2023 99,415 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 89,355 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2022 89,353 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Aug 2021 76,848 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipes to both front flexible hoses corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 69,878 miles

ABS lamp was on briefly , but not at time of test

Pass 29 Aug 2019 66,445 miles

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

Sill covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 30 Aug 2018 60,943 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge continental 255/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Aug 2017 55,339 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2016 49,725 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 45,883 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2016 45,883 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 32,054 miles

Both front tyres worn on edges

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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KU12 FBO is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 KU12 FBO, 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 KU12 FBO?

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What year was KU12 FBO registered?

KU12 FBO is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 March 2012.

Is KU12 FBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU12 FBO shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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