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KV12 BMU

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

94,896 mi
Last recorded94,896 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV12 BMU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 94,896 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer side wall damaged. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 26 May 2026 94,894 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer side wall damaged. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2025 90,993 miles
Fail 27 May 2025 90,987 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner face corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2024 87,040 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall damage. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Lamp lens damaged/cracked..

Fail 17 May 2024 87,039 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear at sill. (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear at sill. (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Perishing. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall damage. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Lamp lens damaged/cracked..

Pass 5 May 2023 82,059 miles

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

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))

Pass 27 May 2022 77,738 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 73,236 miles

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

Slight play in steering rack

Stone chip to windscreen

Pass 6 Mar 2020 71,902 miles

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

Slight play in steering rack

Stone chip to windscreen

Pass 7 Mar 2019 65,531 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2018 59,791 miles

both front tyres worn on edges and have sidewall damage

Fail 26 Feb 2018 59,786 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

both front tyres worn on edges and have sidewall damage

Pass 27 Feb 2017 52,633 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 45,747 miles

engine bay covers fitted

nail in nearside rear tyre

oil level slightly over maximum

under car trays fitted

Pass 3 Mar 2015 37,878 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 2 Mar 2015 37,843 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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KV12 BMU is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 KV12 BMU, 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 KV12 BMU registered?

KV12 BMU is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 March 2012.

Is KV12 BMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV12 BMU shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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