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LS12 GFJ

2012 Mercedes-benz C

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

77,950 mi
Last recorded77,950 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2022
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS12 GFJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2022 77,950 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively All 4* (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively All 4* (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Undertrays fitted and all side covers

Pass 9 Sep 2021 70,697 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 59,434 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 51,216 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 46,029 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 44,242 miles

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

undertray fitted

Pass 15 Apr 2016 38,465 miles

both rear tyres worn on edges

Fail 14 Apr 2016 38,460 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

both rear tyres worn on edges

Pass 18 Apr 2015 22,335 miles

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

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

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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LS12 GFJ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LS12 GFJ, 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 LS12 GFJ registered?

LS12 GFJ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 March 2012.

Is LS12 GFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS12 GFJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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