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LP12 NZB

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

121,304 mi
Last recorded121,304 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 121,304 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges close to cords on inside edge (205/55r16) (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 May 2025 116,863 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides - bald on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 May 2025 116,842 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides - bald on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jun 2024 105,721 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2024 105,668 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Jun 2023 94,619 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rears and osf (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2022 90,549 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 87,468 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2020 79,241 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 74,233 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 68,780 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 61,713 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 53,351 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 64,814 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 NZB 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 LP12 NZB, 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 NZB?

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What year was LP12 NZB registered?

LP12 NZB is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 August 2012.

Is LP12 NZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP12 NZB 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.

Does LP12 NZB have outstanding finance?

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