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LG62 HZK

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

115,686 mi
Last recorded115,686 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG62 HZK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2026 115,686 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2025 101,803 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Sep 2024 150,300 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2024 150,300 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2023 83,218 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 74,852 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front arm gaiter (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2022 59,478 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 48,917 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 47,988 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2019 47,248 miles

Nearside Front daytime running light pushed inside bumper

Pass 25 Sep 2018 40,593 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Sep 2017 37,236 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Sep 2016 33,479 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front multiple cuts in outer side wall of tyre

Fail 15 Sep 2016 33,479 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer side wall (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front multiple cuts in outer side wall of tyre

Offside Rear cut in outer side wall of tyre

Pass 10 Sep 2015 27,007 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear tyre is cut a cross tred

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front tyre outer wall cut

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 HZK is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 HZK, 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 HZK?

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What year was LG62 HZK registered?

LG62 HZK is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 September 2012.

Is LG62 HZK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG62 HZK shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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