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WF12 NWC

2012 Mercedes C250

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

169,318 mi
Last recorded169,318 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2024
Typical for 2012 Mercedes C25091,693 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF12 NWC
MakeMercedes
ModelC250
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2024 169,318 miles

Both rear brake backplates corroded

Coil spring corroded Both rear coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear suspension arm bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Undertrays fitted do not allow full inspection

Fail 31 Oct 2024 169,318 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Both rear brake backplates corroded

Coil spring corroded Both rear coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear suspension arm bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Undertrays fitted do not allow full inspection

Pass 9 Nov 2023 162,725 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both rear brake backing plates corroded

rear subframe corroded

Pass 2 Aug 2022 155,038 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both front struts corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Lower Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn central (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn central (5.2.3 (e))

Undertrays fitted do not allow full inspection of under vehicle components

Fail 29 Jul 2022 155,038 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both front struts corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Lower Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn central (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn central (5.2.3 (e))

Undertrays fitted do not allow full inspection of under vehicle components

Pass 6 Jul 2021 143,517 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jul 2020 131,784 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 31 May 2019 120,644 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2018 102,745 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 84,717 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 May 2016 68,009 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 47,788 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes C250?

Based on 1,474 MOT tests across 112 vehicles.

78.3%
Pass Rate
7,303
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 43
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 14
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11
Headlamp aim too low 11
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WF12 NWC is a 2012 Mercedes C250 in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2012 Mercedes C250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 91,693 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes C250 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 43 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WF12 NWC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes C250 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 14 years old, this Mercedes C250 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was WF12 NWC registered?

WF12 NWC is a 2012 Mercedes C250, first registered on 11 April 2012.

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