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KW12 VSN

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

115,350 mi
Last recorded115,350 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW12 VSN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 115,350 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 100,000 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 85,564 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 70,199 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 56,271 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 54,231 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2020 48,813 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 41,648 miles

parking brake on minimum efficiency

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Apr 2018 32,740 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2018 32,740 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2017 28,106 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 20,110 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)

Pass 5 May 2015 11,393 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 VSN is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 KW12 VSN, 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 KW12 VSN registered?

KW12 VSN is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 July 2012.

Is KW12 VSN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW12 VSN shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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