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LO12 YGC

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

102,029 mi
Last recorded102,029 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2026 102,029 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2025 96,434 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2024 96,420 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2024 96,420 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 May 2023 94,267 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2022 88,155 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 87,168 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 82,502 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 72,405 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 59,784 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 50,170 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2017 50,170 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 2 Dec 2015 34,472 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2014 14,004 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 YGC is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LO12 YGC, 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 LO12 YGC?

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What year was LO12 YGC registered?

LO12 YGC is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is LO12 YGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO12 YGC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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