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LD12 FFZ

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

90,108 mi
Last recorded90,108 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD12 FFZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 90,108 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Apr 2025 86,312 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear level sensor arm broken

Offside Front 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 1 May 2024 80,989 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 79,005 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively brake discs are lipped . (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin brake pad very close to the limit .wearing thin . (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively binding slightly . (1.2.1 (f))

undertrays fitted .

Pass 11 Nov 2022 71,304 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre wearing on the edges 225/40r18 (5.2.3 (e))

undertrays fitted .

Pass 15 Nov 2021 61,470 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 61,413 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 58,656 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2020 58,656 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 55,196 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2018 48,055 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 39,795 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 33,772 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 28,023 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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LD12 FFZ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 LD12 FFZ, 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 LD12 FFZ registered?

LD12 FFZ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 March 2012.

Is LD12 FFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD12 FFZ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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