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LR12 KVB

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

53,344 mi
Last recorded53,344 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR12 KVB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2026 53,344 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2025 52,019 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2024 50,752 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 48,594 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 46,749 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2022 46,747 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both N/S&O/S, slight scraping noise (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2021 45,489 miles

Engine covers and under shields fitted restricting the view of some components

Fail 5 Jul 2021 45,484 miles

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

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Engine covers and under shields fitted restricting the view of some components

Pass 7 Jul 2020 44,401 miles

Engine covers and under shields fitted restricting the view of some components

Fail 6 Jul 2020 44,401 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Engine covers and under shields fitted restricting the view of some components

Pass 21 May 2019 43,578 miles

Engine covers and under shields fitted restricting the view of some components

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 42,619 miles

Engine covers and under shields fitted throughout restricting the view of some components

Pass 11 May 2017 39,704 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front pads get low

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 May 2016 33,899 miles

Engine cover and under tray fitted obstruct view

Pass 11 May 2015 26,830 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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LR12 KVB 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 LR12 KVB, 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 LR12 KVB registered?

LR12 KVB is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 March 2012.

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The MOT history for LR12 KVB shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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