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LO61 AOP

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

131,551 mi
Last recorded131,551 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO61 AOP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2026 131,551 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all 4 (1.1.11 (c))

Engine covers & Under trays and sill covers fitted obscuring some components

Offside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords osf nsf nsr (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2025 120,264 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (all) (1.1.11 (c))

Engine Covers And Under Trays Fitted Not Allowing Full Inspection Of Components

Pass 19 Sep 2024 116,032 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

Engine covers & Under trays fitted obscuring some components

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

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

Fail 19 Sep 2024 116,032 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

Engine covers & Under trays fitted obscuring some components

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

Headlamp aim too low Offside/Nearside (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 7 Jun 2023 112,394 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2022 110,118 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2021 91,891 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 67,040 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 49,451 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 40,680 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 34,037 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 26,205 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 11,420 miles

Both front tyres wearing on outer edges.

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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LO61 AOP is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 LO61 AOP, 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 LO61 AOP?

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What year was LO61 AOP registered?

LO61 AOP is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 January 2012.

Is LO61 AOP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO61 AOP shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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