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KY62 KVU

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

100,808 mi
Last recorded100,808 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY62 KVU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 100,808 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2025 84,948 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2024 82,197 miles

Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both nearside and offside (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both nearside and offside 225/45 17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Undertrays fitted

Pass 16 Sep 2023 73,179 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2022 71,382 miles

undertray and engine covers are fitted to the vehicle preventing the inspection of some components

Fail 23 Dec 2022 71,382 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

undertray and engine covers are fitted to the vehicle preventing the inspection of some components

Pass 24 Dec 2021 66,911 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 60,396 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2019 52,875 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 42,458 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 40,500 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 34,728 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 22 Oct 2015 27,822 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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KY62 KVU is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Grey 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 KY62 KVU, 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 KY62 KVU registered?

KY62 KVU is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 September 2012.

Is KY62 KVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY62 KVU 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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