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MERCEDES-BENZ C2012 · 2.1L DIESEL

YC12 AAK

Vehicle Insight Summary

This 2012 MERCEDES-BENZ C is a DIESEL vehicle with a 2143cc engine. Currently it has no valid MOT recorded and is not currently taxed. The latest recorded mileage is 150,575.

MOT
Expired
Expires 31/05/2024
Tax
Untaxed
Expires 01/07/2023
Fuel
DIESEL
Year
2012
Engine
2143cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness with a notably stable maintenance trend over the last five years. The most recent inspection conducted on 2 June 2023 at 150,575 miles resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories. This clean result suggests that the vehicle has been maintained to a consistent standard, as no mechanical or structural issues were flagged during the five consecutive annual testing cycles. The mileage accumulation is consistent with typical usage patterns for a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 10,755 miles per annum. Between April 2019 at 92,549 miles and June 2023 at 150,575 miles, the car covered over 58,000 miles, showing steady operational use. The interval of 16,154 miles between the May 2022 and June 2023 tests indicates regular driving, which is generally beneficial for preventing the degradation of seals and rubber components often associated with long periods of inactivity. While the MOT history shows no recorded faults, a buyer must perform a physical inspection of high-wear areas common to the C- Class at the 150,000-mile mark. Focus should be placed on the suspension bushes and artwork springs for signs of fatigue or cracking, as these often wear without advisory until a failure occurs. Given the age of the vehicle, checking for surface corrosion on the subframe and the condition of the brake discs is essential to Ensure the clean test history reflects the current mechanical health of the drivetrain.

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55
/ 100 · Below Average

Public record health check: Below Average.

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
✓ Taxed
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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Full MOT History

Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness with a notably stable maintenance trend over the last five years. The most recent inspection conducted on 2 June 2023 at 150,575 miles resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories. This clean result suggests that the vehicle has been maintained to a consistent standard, as no mechanical or structural issues were flagged during the five consecutive annual testing cycles. The mileage accumulation is consistent with typical usage patterns for a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 10,755 miles per annum. Between April 2019 at 92,549 miles and June 2023 at 150,575 miles, the car covered over 58,000 miles, showing steady operational use. The interval of 16,154 miles between the May 2022 and June 2023 tests indicates regular driving, which is generally beneficial for preventing the degradation of seals and rubber components often associated with long periods of inactivity. While the MOT history shows no recorded faults, a buyer must perform a physical inspection of high-wear areas common to the C- Class at the 150,000-mile mark. Focus should be placed on the suspension bushes and artwork springs for signs of fatigue or cracking, as these often wear without advisory until a failure occurs. Given the age of the vehicle, checking for surface corrosion on the subframe and the condition of the brake discs is essential to Ensure the clean test history reflects the current mechanical health of the drivetrain.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Our records for this Mercedes-Benz C (YC12 AAK) from 2012 show a total of 5 MOT tests between April 2019 and June 2023.

The vehicle has achieved an overall 100% pass rate, with 5 passes and 0 failures recorded. Such a high pass rate is a positive indicator of the car's general condition and maintenance history.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Tyres (3 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 7 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

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ADVISORY