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LP61 RMX

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

95,082 mi
Last recorded95,082 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP61 RMX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 95,082 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel nsf tie rod (2.3 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material badly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @2.3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @2.2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Nov 2025 95,056 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel nsf tie rod (2.3 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material badly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @2.3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @2.2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2024 89,909 miles

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Front & Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

under-tray fitted

Pass 23 Feb 2024 89,889 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2023 88,888 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2022 78,345 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2022 78,345 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. space saver (5.2.3 (b))

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

Pass 2 Mar 2021 68,528 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 61,118 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 52,297 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 47,971 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 42,401 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 16 Mar 2017 42,401 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

osf tyre sidewall damaged ( no cords visable)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 38,095 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 32,369 miles

damage to near side front tyre side wall

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 RMX is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RMX, 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

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What year was LP61 RMX registered?

LP61 RMX is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 January 2012.

Is LP61 RMX safe to buy?

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