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L1 HHA

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests28 (22 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

71,039 mi
Last recorded71,039 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL1 HHA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

22 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2025 71,039 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning NSF wing indicator has flashing incorrectly (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear rear boot lid not opening on switch

Pass 2 Sep 2025 76,259 miles

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

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))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2024 69,390 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2024 68,021 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Fail 4 Sep 2024 67,956 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working Wing mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2023 68,132 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 58,594 miles

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

Fail 30 Aug 2023 58,594 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Pass 22 Oct 2022 66,628 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2022 50,751 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2022 50,751 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 64,164 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2021 64,157 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Aug 2021 44,909 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 27 Aug 2021 44,908 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 2 Nov 2020 61,678 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 36,740 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

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

Pass 12 Nov 2019 58,153 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2019 25,817 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 25,487 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2018 25,487 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Nov 2018 85,662 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 83,900 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 88,926 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 19,692 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 71,764 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 15,650 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 40,202 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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L1 HHA is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 L1 HHA, 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 L1 HHA registered?

L1 HHA is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 June 2012.

Is L1 HHA safe to buy?

The MOT history for L1 HHA shows 28 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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