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LC12 OFU

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

42,812 mi
Last recorded42,812 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC12 OFU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2026 42,812 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2026 42,812 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jun 2025 36,036 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 28,370 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2023 22,858 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2023 22,856 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2022 22,692 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 22,217 miles

both front tyres starting to wear on edges and perishing

Pass 17 Jun 2020 21,506 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 20,953 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 19,250 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2018 19,246 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 255/3518 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 17,433 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 15,349 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 15 Jun 2015 12,636 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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LC12 OFU is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LC12 OFU, 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

How do I check the history of LC12 OFU?

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What year was LC12 OFU registered?

LC12 OFU is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 June 2012.

Is LC12 OFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC12 OFU shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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