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LN12 RTX

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

215,906 mi
Last recorded215,906 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2023
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN12 RTX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2023 215,906 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2023 215,906 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Pass 20 Aug 2022 207,711 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2022 207,711 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 195,190 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 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 187,373 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 172,184 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 152,922 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 131,886 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 110,907 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

engine management light on

Pass 27 Mar 2015 96,401 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s/f tyre bald at outer 4cms.

rear tyres = 3mm.

tyre valve cap missing n/s/r.

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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LN12 RTX is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 LN12 RTX, 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

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What year was LN12 RTX registered?

LN12 RTX is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2012.

Is LN12 RTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN12 RTX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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