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LD12 GUW

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

102,459 mi
Last recorded102,459 miles
Recorded on7 May 2021
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD12 GUW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2021 102,459 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

brake pad warning light on wiring fault

Fail 7 May 2021 102,410 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

brake pad warning light on wiring fault

Pass 13 May 2020 90,132 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 66,301 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 61,778 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 57,136 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 49,858 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring view

Fail 3 Nov 2015 49,858 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring view

Pass 22 Jan 2015 27,816 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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LD12 GUW is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LD12 GUW, 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.

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What year was LD12 GUW registered?

LD12 GUW is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 March 2012.

Is LD12 GUW safe to buy?

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