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KV12 BXM

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

123,999 mi
Last recorded123,999 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV12 BXM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2026 123,999 miles

Nearside Front 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 15 Sep 2025 108,989 miles

Nearside Front 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 9 Sep 2024 94,359 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2023 78,577 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 77,575 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Mar 2022 75,402 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2022 75,399 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 72,474 miles

Nearside Front Tyre Outer Edge Worn

Pass 10 Mar 2020 71,095 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 65,536 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 57,824 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2017 48,265 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 39,257 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 30,896 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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KV12 BXM is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 KV12 BXM, 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 BXM registered?

KV12 BXM is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 March 2012.

Is KV12 BXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV12 BXM shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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