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L12 AKN

1995 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

29,320 mi
Last recorded29,320 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz C112,535 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL12 AKN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 29,320 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 15 Jun 2026 29,320 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2025 28,790 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2025 28,790 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 5 Jul 2024 27,996 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 26,867 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 24,723 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 23,574 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 23,043 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 22,317 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 22,176 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2014 21,600 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 21,583 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 21,269 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 21,265 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2009 21,255 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2008 21,183 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2007 21,179 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 21,130 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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L12 AKN is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1995 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 112,535 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 L12 AKN, 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 31 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L12 AKN registered?

L12 AKN is a 1995 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 August 1995.

Is L12 AKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for L12 AKN shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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