2012 Mercedes-Benz C 3.0L Diesel · FP12 HHD
2012 Mercedes-Benz C (3.0L, diesel). First registered 30 Apr 2012. Recorded mileage 80,143 miles. MOT valid until 06 Jan 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 80,143 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FP12 HHD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/01/2026
- 80,143 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)
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FP12 HHD 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 (FP12 HHD) between December 2023 and January 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 06 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (5 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn fore most arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded both pipes at nearside rear .front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))”.
FP12 HHD Mileage History
- 19/12/202372,190 mi
- 22/12/202372,190 mi
- 06/01/202576,656 mi+4,466 mi
- 07/01/202576,656 mi
- 06/01/202680,143 mi+3,487 mi
Average of roughly 3,878 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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- OM651 Diesel Chain Tensioner Oil LeakModerate
The gasket on the timing chain tensioner can fail, leaking oil and potentially leading to timing chain issues due to inconsistent tension.
- Rear Subframe CorrosionSerious
The rear subframe rots from the inside out, leading to MOT failure. Mercedes often replaces these under goodwill.
- Electronic Steering Lock (ESL) failureSerious
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