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KU12 FDL

2012 Mercedes-benz C

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

127,468 mi
Last recorded127,468 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU12 FDL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 12 Jan 2026 127,468 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2025 120,672 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2024 116,482 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 107,007 miles

advise under trays fitted

Pass 14 Jun 2022 97,921 miles

advise under trays fitted

Pass 20 Jul 2021 85,415 miles

advise under trays fitted

Pass 22 Jul 2020 73,682 miles

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

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

advise under trays fitted obscuring view of certain items

Pass 11 Apr 2019 59,990 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 48,427 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 41,068 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 34,415 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 27,342 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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KU12 FDL is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 KU12 FDL, 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 KU12 FDL registered?

KU12 FDL is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 March 2012.

Is KU12 FDL safe to buy?

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