2012 Mercedes-Benz C 6.2L Petrol · V88 KBR
2012 Mercedes-Benz C (6.2L, petrol). First registered 11 May 2012. Recorded mileage 72,523 miles. MOT valid until 19 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jul 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 72,523 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 6.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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V88 KBR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/08/2026
- 72,523 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
V88 KBR 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 (V88 KBR) between May 2022 and August 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 21 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Windscreen (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))”.
V88 KBR Mileage History
- 20/05/202266,769 mi
- 23/05/202266,769 mi
- 03/06/202369,113 mi+2,344 mi
- 11/07/202570,223 mi+1,110 mi
- 21/08/202672,523 mi+2,300 mi
Average of roughly 1,352 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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