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LP61 MMK

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

35,261 mi
Last recorded35,261 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 35,261 miles

parking brake on minimum efficiency

Pass 18 Nov 2024 33,721 miles

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Nov 2024 33,721 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (225-40-18) (5.2.3 (d) (i))

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Nov 2023 32,335 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

offside front tyre badly worn on inner edge

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Nov 2022 30,864 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

offside front tyre worn on edges 225/40/18

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Nov 2022 30,864 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (255/35/18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

offside front tyre worn on edges 225/40/18

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Nov 2021 29,879 miles

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

nearside rear tyre wearing low 3.1mm

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Nov 2020 28,610 miles

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

nearside rear tyre tread perishing

offside front tyre worn on edges

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 Nov 2020 28,603 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

nearside rear tyre tread perishing

offside front tyre worn on edges

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 May 2019 26,350 miles

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

nearside front tyre wearing on edges

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 May 2018 23,710 miles

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

parking brake efficiency low

undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 May 2017 21,714 miles

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

Fail 22 May 2017 21,653 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

Pass 26 May 2016 19,598 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 May 2015 16,377 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all 4 tyres cracking on side walls

Pass 29 May 2014 13,469 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 MMK is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LP61 MMK, 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.

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What year was LP61 MMK registered?

LP61 MMK is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 January 2012.

Is LP61 MMK safe to buy?

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