2012 Mercedes-Benz C 1.6L Petrol · AN10 AAN
2012 Mercedes-Benz C (1.6L, petrol). First registered 28 Sept 2012. Recorded mileage 81,012 miles. MOT valid until 28 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Norwich
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 81,012 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AN10 AAN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/08/2026
- 81,012 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AN10 AAN 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 (AN10 AAN) between October 2022 and August 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 6 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
AN10 AAN Mileage History
- 10/10/202256,797 mi
- 30/08/202362,115 mi+5,318 mi
- 17/08/202470,252 mi+8,137 mi
- 05/08/202574,952 mi+4,700 mi
- 19/08/202681,012 mi+6,060 mi
Average of roughly 6,277 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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