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LA12 UME

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

114,571 mi
Last recorded114,571 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA12 UME
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 114,571 miles
Fail 27 May 2026 114,571 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 11 Dec 2024 109,283 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 104,253 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2022 96,270 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2021 86,440 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 81,049 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 80,934 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 57,254 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 49,949 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2017 40,065 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm 255/35y18 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm 255/35y18 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 May 2015 23,055 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside front tyre has uneven wear

offside front tyre has uneven wear

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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LA12 UME is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LA12 UME, 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 LA12 UME registered?

LA12 UME is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 March 2012.

Is LA12 UME safe to buy?

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