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LP62 XGB

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

139,168 mi
Last recorded139,168 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP62 XGB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 139,168 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2024 127,105 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2024 127,074 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall worn showing cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2023 114,818 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 109,928 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 106,557 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 103,503 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 100,398 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 96,787 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2018 96,787 miles

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 24 Sep 2017 76,868 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 72,772 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 54,325 miles

Front Brake discs slightly scored.

Offside Front Tyre has a slight tear on outer sidewall. front tyres have slight cracking in tread

headlamp aim was too low, now adjusted to correct aim.

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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LP62 XGB is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LP62 XGB, 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 LP62 XGB?

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What year was LP62 XGB registered?

LP62 XGB is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 September 2012.

Is LP62 XGB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP62 XGB shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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