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KY12 DSU

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2025
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,598 mi
Last recorded80,598 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2024
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY12 DSU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 2 Apr 2024 80,598 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 73,114 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2022 71,476 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 69,647 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 67,912 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/35/18 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 14 Jun 2019 60,760 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 51,155 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 29 Jun 2017 43,565 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 33,252 miles

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

wipers smearing

Pass 27 Feb 2015 20,787 miles

n/s/r tyre cracking on outer sidewall

o/s/r tyre cracking on outer sidewall

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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KY12 DSU is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 KY12 DSU, 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.

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What year was KY12 DSU registered?

KY12 DSU is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 2 March 2012.

Is KY12 DSU safe to buy?

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