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LO12 MLK

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2024
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

123,476 mi
Last recorded123,476 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2023
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO12 MLK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2023 123,476 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Nov 2021 117,233 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 102,859 miles

THE NS PARKING BRAKE PERFORMANCE IS A LOT LOWER THAN THE OS.

Fail 5 Oct 2020 102,859 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

THE NS PARKING BRAKE PERFORMANCE IS A LOT LOWER THAN THE OS.

Pass 4 Oct 2019 87,894 miles

THE PARKING BRAKE PEDAL IS SLOW TO COME OFF AT TIMES.

Pass 3 Oct 2018 72,279 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 56,544 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2017 56,544 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Sep 2016 39,497 miles

THE NSF TYRE INNER SIDE WALL IS VERY BADLY CRACKED

Pass 9 Oct 2015 21,932 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 MLK is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 LO12 MLK, 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.

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What year was LO12 MLK registered?

LO12 MLK is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 June 2012.

Is LO12 MLK safe to buy?

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