2012 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · AP12 GJX
2012 Mercedes-Benz C (2.1L, diesel). First registered 19 Jul 2012. Recorded mileage 114,074 miles. MOT valid until 13 Aug 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Norwich
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 114,074 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial 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.
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AP12 GJX Key Findings
- 13 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 15/08/2026
- 114,074 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AP12 GJX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
13 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (AP12 GJX) between May 2015 and August 2026.
The record contains 12 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 15 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: Brakes (5 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 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.
AP12 GJX Mileage History
- 08/05/201531,569 mi
- 30/04/201640,719 mi+9,150 mi
- 29/04/201750,106 mi+9,387 mi
- 28/04/201858,788 mi+8,682 mi
- 04/05/201966,136 mi+7,348 mi
- 04/05/201966,136 mi
- 03/08/202072,809 mi+6,673 mi
- 14/07/202175,443 mi+2,634 mi
- 29/07/202281,636 mi+6,193 mi
- 03/08/202386,733 mi+5,097 mi
- 17/07/202494,017 mi+7,284 mi
- 11/08/2025101,102 mi+7,085 mi
- 15/08/2026114,074 mi+12,972 mi
Average of roughly 7,320 miles per year across 13 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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