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LC12 VYF

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

224,837 mi
Last recorded224,837 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC12 VYF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 23 Sep 2026 224,837 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2025 219,210 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 214,807 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 210,198 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 204,217 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 199,138 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 186,903 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Cross arm slight play in ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2019 171,186 miles

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))

Pass 15 Sep 2018 147,589 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 128,475 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 106,818 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit low on edges 225/40/18 92Y (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit low on edges 225/40/18 92Y (4.1.E.1)

engine cover fitted

Pass 18 Jun 2015 54,527 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 VYF is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LC12 VYF, 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 LC12 VYF registered?

LC12 VYF is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is LC12 VYF safe to buy?

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