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LR12 XGC

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Brown Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

154,524 mi
Last recorded154,524 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR12 XGC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 154,524 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2025 154,403 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 140,215 miles

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 128,078 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Nov 2023 128,060 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 119,340 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 111,925 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 103,783 miles

Nearside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2019 94,777 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 84,294 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 72,640 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 60,850 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 49,247 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2015 48,396 miles

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

all tyres low

emissions to clean to register

Pass 9 Mar 2015 48,396 miles

all tyres low

emissions to clean to register

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 XGC is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Brown 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 XGC, 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 LR12 XGC registered?

LR12 XGC is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 March 2012.

Is LR12 XGC safe to buy?

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