2012 Mercedes-Benz C 1.6L Petrol · KN62 CKG
2012 Mercedes-Benz C (1.6L, petrol). First registered 24 Sept 2012. Recorded mileage 54,612 miles. MOT expired on 27 Apr 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 27 Apr 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 54,612 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KN62 CKG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 07/04/2026
- 54,612 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
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KN62 CKG MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (KN62 CKG) between April 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 07 April 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
KN62 CKG Mileage History
- 22/04/202449,516 mi
- 22/04/202449,520 mi+4 mi
- 28/04/202551,972 mi+2,452 mi
- 25/03/202654,447 mi+2,475 mi
- 07/04/202654,612 mi+165 mi
Average of roughly 2,603 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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