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KV12 XXP

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

146,275 mi
Last recorded146,275 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV12 XXP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 26 Nov 2025 146,275 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

under tray fitted

Pass 23 Nov 2024 142,399 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Undertrays fitted

Pass 29 Nov 2023 128,507 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Upper and lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2022 112,581 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 94,756 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small Chip Not In or Affecting Drivers View of Road (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 89,679 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2019 78,398 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 64,500 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 53,464 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 51,080 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 42,691 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 37,398 miles

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

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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KV12 XXP is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Black 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 KV12 XXP, 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 XXP registered?

KV12 XXP is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 April 2012.

Is KV12 XXP safe to buy?

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