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LA12 VLG

2010 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

157,203 mi
Last recorded157,203 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2018
Typical for 2010 Mercedes-benz C77,192 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA12 VLG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2018 157,203 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 151,144 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 137,124 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 20 Sep 2016 137,124 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 135,408 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 131,613 miles
Fail 17 May 2014 131,613 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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 VLG is a 2010 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2010 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 77,192 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 LA12 VLG, 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 16 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LA12 VLG registered?

LA12 VLG is a 2010 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 2010.

Is LA12 VLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA12 VLG shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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