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KV62 SNF

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

165,531 mi
Last recorded165,531 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV62 SNF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 165,531 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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))

passenger air bag fault

Pass 23 Jun 2025 159,921 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to 2mm and nail in tread (5.2.3 (e))

message on dash passengers air bag fault

Pass 19 Jun 2024 145,836 miles

areas of rear subframe showing corrosion

both sides front lower arm front bushes poor condition

n/s/f tyre sidewall damage noted

o/s/f brake pipe starting to show corrosion

o/s/f tyre slight edge wear noted

Fail 11 Jun 2024 145,836 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

areas of rear subframe showing corrosion

both sides front lower arm front bushes poor condition

n/s/f tyre sidewall damage noted

o/s/f brake pipe starting to show corrosion

o/s/f tyre slight edge wear noted

Pass 22 Jun 2023 129,307 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated middle (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated middle (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Jun 2023 129,306 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated middle (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated middle (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 May 2022 110,141 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2021 101,345 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge rear both and offside front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 96,781 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall damaged 255/40R18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth on inner edge 255/40R18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Oct 2019 87,113 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pads getting low Approx 4mm

Offside Front Tyre has slight wear inner edge 225/40/18

Pass 15 Oct 2018 76,177 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2017 61,087 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2017 61,087 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Oct 2016 49,561 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2016 49,561 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front tyre worn inner & outer edges

Pass 12 Sep 2015 35,928 miles

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

front tyres worn outer edge

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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KV62 SNF is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KV62 SNF, 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 KV62 SNF registered?

KV62 SNF is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 October 2012.

Is KV62 SNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV62 SNF shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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