2012 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · DH51 DDH
2012 Mercedes-Benz C (2.1L, diesel). First registered 01 Nov 2012. Recorded mileage 127,486 miles. MOT valid until 24 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 Dec 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Dec 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 127,486 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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DH51 DDH Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 17/08/2026
- 127,486 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (8 mentions)
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DH51 DDH 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 (DH51 DDH) between August 2022 and August 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 13 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (8 issues), Tyres (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 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.
DH51 DDH Mileage History
- 18/08/2022111,125 mi
- 24/08/2023113,829 mi+2,704 mi
- 24/08/2024117,286 mi+3,457 mi
- 26/08/2025123,726 mi+6,440 mi
- 17/08/2026127,486 mi+3,760 mi
Average of roughly 4,093 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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