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LO12 CXP

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2023
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

150,497 mi
Last recorded150,497 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2022
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO12 CXP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2022 150,497 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2022 150,493 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 147,085 miles

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

emissions to clean to test , no print out .

Pass 11 Aug 2020 143,706 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2020 143,683 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 139,337 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2018 133,582 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test on mirror ()

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Offside Front tyre has cuts to tread

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

Fail 22 May 2018 131,291 miles

Offside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury mirror glass (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front tyre smooth on inner edge

Pass 19 Jun 2017 119,475 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 19 Jun 2017 119,474 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 May 2016 107,311 miles

Undertrays fitted obscuring some underbody components

Fail 19 May 2016 107,311 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Undertrays fitted obscuring some underbody components

Pass 12 Jun 2015 99,119 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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LO12 CXP is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 LO12 CXP, 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 LO12 CXP registered?

LO12 CXP is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 June 2012.

Is LO12 CXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO12 CXP shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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