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KW12 VRP

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jan 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,491 mi
Last recorded77,491 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW12 VRP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 8 Jan 2026 77,491 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2025 69,364 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2024 60,082 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2023 51,777 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2022 42,507 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 38,561 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 33,345 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 31,482 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 28,463 miles

emissions too low to register

Pass 5 Jun 2017 27,219 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 22,888 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 20,216 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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KW12 VRP is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,987cc 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 KW12 VRP, 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

How do I check the history of KW12 VRP?

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What year was KW12 VRP registered?

KW12 VRP is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is KW12 VRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW12 VRP shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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