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LP12 LYT

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2021
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

73,887 mi
Last recorded73,887 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2020
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP12 LYT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2020 73,887 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Nearside and Offside ()

Pass 15 May 2019 61,245 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2017 53,551 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel needs adjustment (3.1.6b)

Fail 4 Jul 2017 53,551 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release looks like broken piece of metal in socket (5.2.5a)

Nearside Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel needs adjustment (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 42,318 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both rear tyres wearing close to limit

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge and close to limit

Pass 29 Jun 2015 30,331 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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 LYT is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LP12 LYT, 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 LYT?

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What year was LP12 LYT registered?

LP12 LYT is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 July 2012.

Is LP12 LYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP12 LYT shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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