2012 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · FH62 BXR
2012 Mercedes-Benz C (2.1L, diesel). First registered 27 Dec 2012. Recorded mileage 137,011 miles. MOT valid until 15 Jul 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 137,011 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FH62 BXR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/07/2026
- 137,011 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)
- No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FH62 BXR 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 (FH62 BXR) between May 2022 and July 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 9 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (6 issues), Tyres (1 issue). 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.
FH62 BXR Mileage History
- 19/05/2022120,999 mi
- 11/05/2023126,395 mi+5,396 mi
- 20/05/2024130,447 mi+4,052 mi
- 20/05/2025133,269 mi+2,822 mi
- 17/07/2026137,011 mi+3,742 mi
Average of roughly 3,848 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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