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LG61 UML

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2023
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

79,335 mi
Last recorded79,335 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2022
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG61 UML
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2022 79,335 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2020 76,383 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2019 71,408 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Feb 2019 71,406 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge X2 wearing on edges both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jan 2018 57,687 miles

EML light on

Pass 13 Jan 2017 50,372 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 40,682 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 31,490 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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LG61 UML is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LG61 UML, 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 LG61 UML?

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What year was LG61 UML registered?

LG61 UML is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 February 2012.

Is LG61 UML safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG61 UML shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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