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LS12 LJS

2012 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,935 mi
Last recorded52,935 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz C71,143 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS12 LJS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 11 May 2026 52,935 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 52,062 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 50,628 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 49,446 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2022 48,145 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 46,752 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 45,371 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 43,528 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 41,847 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 39,568 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 36,680 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 32,560 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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LS12 LJS is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LJS, 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 LS12 LJS?

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What year was LS12 LJS registered?

LS12 LJS is a 2012 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is LS12 LJS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS12 LJS shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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