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LN62 ZWJ

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

106,227 mi
Last recorded106,227 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN62 ZWJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2026 106,227 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Before flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear subframe - Front mounting area's (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Side to side pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 6 Aug 2026 106,209 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested O/S/F Brake pipe, risk of fracture (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Front Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture Before flexi (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Before flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear subframe - Front mounting area's (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Side to side pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Aug 2025 98,220 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 91,617 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2024 91,547 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2023 85,891 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2023 85,828 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 5 Jul 2022 80,951 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 75,117 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 72,772 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 67,232 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 56,569 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 45,453 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Dec 2016 33,525 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 21,803 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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LN62 ZWJ 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 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LN62 ZWJ, 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 LN62 ZWJ registered?

LN62 ZWJ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 September 2012.

Is LN62 ZWJ safe to buy?

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