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LO62 DSX

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2024
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

120,967 mi
Last recorded120,967 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2023
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO62 DSX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2023 120,967 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2023 120,967 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2021 108,924 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 95,627 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2019 73,387 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 54,232 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 45,726 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

sidewall perished o/s/r tyre

Fail 15 Jan 2018 45,724 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

sidewall perished o/s/r tyre

Pass 13 Dec 2016 37,122 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2016 37,092 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 23 Dec 2015 29,481 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 22 Dec 2015 29,465 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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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LO62 DSX is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 LO62 DSX, 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 LO62 DSX registered?

LO62 DSX is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 December 2012.

Is LO62 DSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO62 DSX shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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