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KV62 XOD

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

94,561 mi
Last recorded94,561 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV62 XOD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2026 94,561 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2025 86,169 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 78,128 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2024 78,125 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Oct 2023 75,041 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 68,109 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 61,452 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 60,189 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 54,705 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2019 54,053 miles

both front brake discs,slightly rusty on inner surface area..

central under tray at rear section ,missing two fixings..

under trays fitted to under side of vehicle obscuring some components..

Pass 16 Nov 2018 53,157 miles

All brake discs corroded

Nearside front brake pipe slightly corroded

Offside front brake pipe slightlycorroded

Pass 6 Nov 2017 47,528 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit approx 3mm centre of tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Nov 2016 38,550 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2016 38,550 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Inner Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Outer Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm bald , cords showing (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 28,041 miles

Emissions too clean to register

Fail 23 Nov 2015 28,019 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 tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Emissions too clean to register

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 XOD is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 KV62 XOD, 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 XOD registered?

KV62 XOD is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 November 2012.

Is KV62 XOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV62 XOD shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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