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LP61 MHY

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

131,322 mi
Last recorded131,322 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2024
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP61 MHY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2024 131,322 miles

Central undertray and floor covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 24 Feb 2023 130,206 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 121,054 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 114,636 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 107,905 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2020 107,905 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Mar 2019 99,713 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2019 99,713 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 95,664 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2017 78,986 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 64,370 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 45,598 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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LP61 MHY is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 LP61 MHY, 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 LP61 MHY?

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What year was LP61 MHY registered?

LP61 MHY is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 January 2012.

Is LP61 MHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP61 MHY shows 12 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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