2012 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · JP60 BAS
2012 Mercedes-Benz C (2.1L, diesel). First registered 30 Jul 2012. Recorded mileage 216,810 km. MOT valid until 01 Sept 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 2012
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Odometer
- 216,810 km
- 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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JP60 BAS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 02/09/2026
- 216,810 km recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
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JP60 BAS 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 (JP60 BAS) between August 2022 and September 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 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.
JP60 BAS Odometer History
- 26/08/2022100,690 mi
- 30/08/2023110,187 mi+9,497 mi
- 03/09/2024118,571 mi+8,384 mi
- 03/09/2025205,008 km
- 02/09/2026216,810 km+11,802 km
Average of roughly 28,890 km per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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