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LFZ 2303

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

100,706 mi
Last recorded100,706 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLFZ 2303
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 5 Nov 2025 100,706 miles

Both front brake discs worn and corroded

Central Exhaust clamp corroded and cracked

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Nov 2024 91,606 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2024 89,115 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2023 84,913 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2022 76,739 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 70,525 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 63,495 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 56,252 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 48,729 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 39,023 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 32,223 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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LFZ 2303 is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 LFZ 2303, 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 LFZ 2303?

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What year was LFZ 2303 registered?

LFZ 2303 is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 September 2012.

Is LFZ 2303 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LFZ 2303 shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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