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LG62 AFJ

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

39,114 mi
Last recorded39,114 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG62 AFJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 39,114 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2024 38,182 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 37,048 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 33,958 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 31,153 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 30,049 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 28,906 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 25,928 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 22,250 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 18,702 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 13,839 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2015 13,839 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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LG62 AFJ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LG62 AFJ, 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 LG62 AFJ?

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What year was LG62 AFJ registered?

LG62 AFJ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 December 2012.

Is LG62 AFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG62 AFJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LG62 AFJ have outstanding finance?

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