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LP12 FPE

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

137,640 mi
Last recorded137,640 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP12 FPE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2026 137,640 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2025 126,059 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 120,384 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 113,292 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 108,377 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 95,534 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 83,336 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 64,022 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 59,016 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 42,783 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2016 42,783 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 30,982 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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LP12 FPE is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LP12 FPE, 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 LP12 FPE?

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What year was LP12 FPE registered?

LP12 FPE is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 June 2012.

Is LP12 FPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP12 FPE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LP12 FPE have outstanding finance?

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