2012 Mercedes-Benz C 3.0L Diesel · J18 GAJ
2012 Mercedes-Benz C (3.0L, diesel). First registered 15 Feb 2012. Recorded mileage 89,487 miles. MOT valid until 02 Dec 2026. Taxed until 01 Aug 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 2012
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Aug 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 89,487 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- 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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J18 GAJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 21/11/2025
- 89,487 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
J18 GAJ 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 (J18 GAJ) between November 2021 and November 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 6 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 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.
J18 GAJ Mileage History
- 25/11/202176,323 mi
- 03/12/202280,112 mi+3,789 mi
- 25/11/202384,106 mi+3,994 mi
- 23/11/202486,593 mi+2,487 mi
- 21/11/202589,487 mi+2,894 mi
Average of roughly 3,300 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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