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2012 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · YA12 AAZ

YA12 AAZ

2012 Mercedes-Benz C (2.1L, diesel). First registered 29/06/2012. Recorded mileage 65,558 miles. MOT valid until 02/12/2026. Taxed until 01/12/2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
MERCEDES-BENZ C
Year / Origin
2012 · Leeds
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Valid until 02/12/2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01/12/2026)
Recorded Mileage
65,558 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.1L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

Action Required

Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 02/12/2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/12/2026
Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2012
Engine
2143cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a stable maintenance profile with a clean MOT history leading up to the most recent inspection. The November 2025 test at 65,558 miles shows a successful pass with no recorded defects or advisories, suggesting that the vehicle's core components are currently meeting regulatory standards. While the record shows a failed entry on the same date, the immediate subsequent pass indicates that any minor non-conformity was rectified promptly. The mileage accumulation is notably low for a 14-year-old Mercedes-Benz, averaging approximately 4,683 miles per year. The data shows a consistent, steady progression from 54,455 miles in November 2022 to 65,558 miles in November 2025. This low-mileage usage pattern suggests the car has seen light use, though such infrequent driving can sometimes lead to issues with rubber components or fluid degradation due to long periods of standing. Given the lack of recorded advisories for suspension bushes, brake discs, or exhaust emissions over the last four years, the vehicle appears well-maintained. However, a buyer should still conduct a physical inspection of the underbody for signs of corrosion and check the condition of the tyres and wiper blades, as these consumables are often not captured in MOT records unless they reach a specific legal threshold. Focusing on the mechanical integrity of the drivetrain and suspension is advised during a physical inspection. Although the MOT history shows no recurring faults, the low annual mileage means the vehicle has not been subjected to heavy mechanical wear, but it may require attention to seals or bushings that can perish from age rather than distance.

YA12 AAZ Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 10/11/2025
  • 65,558 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.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
75
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Taxed
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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✗ Outstanding recall notice
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YA12 AAZ Mileage History

  1. 23/11/202254,455 mi
  2. 29/11/202357,949 mi+3,494 mi
  3. 29/11/202461,896 mi+3,947 mi
  4. 10/11/202565,558 mi+3,662 mi
  5. 10/11/202565,558 mi

Average of roughly 3,744 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

YA12 AAZ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 17 Sept 2026, 04:01
MOT Analysis

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 (YA12 AAZ) between November 2022 and November 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 10 November 2025 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: Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.

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